Culmination of Year-Long Budget Battle in Senate Today
by Adam Hughes*, 12/20/2005
The Senate is expected to vote later today on a $39.7 billion dollar budget cuts bill. The vote is still not a done deal with a few possible procedural challenges under the "Byrd Rule" because of a provision concerning the Milk Income Loss Contract program and possible challenges due to welfare language.
Even if those challenges fail, most are expecting an extremely close vote, with the possibility of Vice President Cheney breaking a 50-50 tie. We'll be updating and posting developments from the Senate throughout the day today. Check back often for the latest information and news.
