Senate Kicks Off Crucial Votes on Government Funding, Bipartisan Bills
The Senate is gearing up for a series of votes this week, with a focus on government funding and bipartisan bills. On Thursday, senators will vote for the tenth time on Republicans' temporary funding patch. Meanwhile, Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is exploring the possibility of starting formal negotiations with the House on three Senate-passed spending bills.
The Senate's agenda includes a vote to advance the bipartisan Defense funding bill on Thursday. Additionally, some senators are discussing potential progress on fiscal 2026 bills, indicating a push for long-term solutions. Thune is currently assessing if there's unanimous consent to initiate formal talks with the House on the Agriculture, Legislative Branch, and Military Construction-Veterans Affairs bills, which have already been approved by the Senate.
The Senate's upcoming votes and negotiations signal a step towards resolving government funding and advancing bipartisan legislation. The Thursday vote on the Republican funding patch, along with discussions on Defense and fiscal 2026 bills, demonstrates the Senate's efforts to address critical spending measures.
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