CBO warns that the tax section of the GOP megabill might breach the Senate Byrd Rule
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has indicated that the taxes linked to President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” may contribute to the deficit after 2034, which is the conclusion of the 2020 budget window. This raises concerns about compliance with the Senate Byrd Rules. In a letter addressing Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-OR), CBO Director Phillip Swagel […]
Important Medicaid changes removed from Senate GOP bill due to Byrd Rule decision
Senate Budget Tensions Over Medicaid Changes Recent modifications to Medicaid provider tax rates proposed in Senate Republican plans have been dismissed due to Senate regulations. On Thursday, the Senate Budget Committee revealed that Senator Elizabeth McDonough opposed several key changes, particularly those related to Medicaid, which have caused a divide among Senate Republicans regarding President […]