Both the House and Senate are expected to clear a package of six FY 2024 appropriations bills this week to avoid a partial government shutdown that would kick in on March 9.
Read MoreWill there be a partial government shutdown on March 2? House and Senate leaders will meet Tuesday with President Biden to see if they can resolve the current funding impasse.
Read MoreThis week the Senate hopes to complete action on a national security supplemental spending bill so that it can begin its delayed recess that runs until February 26.
Read MoreAttention this week will be focused on the Senate and whether party leaders can advance a $118-proposal that includes funding for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and border security as well as changes to U.S. immigration and border policy.
Read MoreWashington observers are waiting to see whether the House will pass a tax package this week and whether the Senate will consider a supplemental spending bill with aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, as well as changes to immigration and border policy.
Read MoreCongress has extended government funding deadlines until March and the House Ways and Means Committee has approved a $79-billion tax bill, but how these two issues will play out in the weeks to come is unclear.
Read MoreTwo big questions are confronting lawmakers: Will Congress pass a continuing resolution before January 19 and will both chambers agree to a tax bill drafted by the chairs of the tax-writing committees?
Read MoreAttention in the coming days will be on House and Senate appropriators and whether they can craft four spending bills that can be enacted before a Jan. 19 deadline.
Read MoreThe House left town last week, and the Senate is expected to wrap up this week. Congress will reconvene in January.
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