The United States Congress has approved a USD 3.5 trillion budget blueprint, setting the stage for Democrats to enact President Joe Biden's ambitious economic agenda. The rule that passed on Tuesday allows Democrats, who narrowly control both chambers, to move ahead with key policy proposals, the BBC reported.
Biden's party EXPECTS to devote significant resources to family support, health and climate schemes. The resolution's fate was unclear as late as Tuesday morning, amid a standoff between progressive and centrist House Democrats.The Democrats are formulating a process called budget reconciliation to approve Biden's larger spending package - and passage of the budget blueprint on Tuesday is the first step.
A group of 10 moderate Democratic lawmakers had threatened to withhold votes on the blueprint unless the House first approved a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill. That package includes funding for roads, bridges, the power grid, public transport and internet. To win a compromise after over 24 hours of debate, top House Democrats have assured moderates that the infrastructure bill will be discussed on September 27, when the House is back in session. The top Democrat added that delays only threaten the economic plan and other bills.
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