With a week until Election Day, the team at Plurus is already looking ahead to the lame-duck session and priorities of the 118th Congress. This update discusses priorities for the lame duck, including must-pass legislation and other issues that could ride on larger vehicles; executive actions to watch in 2023; expiring legislation to be tackled by the 118th Congress; and finally, priorities of a GOP versus Democratic-controlled Congress.
Read MoreLast month, we created a “laundry list” for the 117th Congress and provided our analysis on which legislative vehicles are most likely to see action in the coming months. Because it feels like the political environment is changing daily, we wanted to share Congress’ revised to-do list. With seven weeks to go until August recess, Congress has a packed summer schedule.
Read MoreThe House was out this week, but even with one chamber in recess, there was no shortage of activity in Washington as we head towards the midterms. Here is our latest intel and analysis on issues that top the agenda, including Ukraine assistance, COVID aid, and reconciliation, as well as updates on primary season.
Read MoreAside from ongoing efforts to support Ukraine as Russia’s war continues, this week felt like a bit of a lull for domestic policy. However, we view it more as a calm before the storm. Here’s our latest thinking on the agenda over the next few weeks and months.
Read MoreAs we head into the Presidents’ Day recess, here’s our latest take on appropriations, Build Back Better (BBB), and other domestic policy agenda items.
Read MoreAt Plurus Strategies, we are not only policy experts, but also big political junkies. Our idea of the August recess, even when the Senate is in for all but one week, is finding time to take a look at how election outcomes may impact House and Senate committee leadership and membership in the next Congress. Click through for our analysis of potential changes in the House and Senate.
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