Roughly 25 percent of the federal budget consists of discretionary spending, which Congress divides into 12 appropriations bills that must be passed each year. Congress has passed an annual defense authorization bill for 61 straight years.
Outlook for This Week in the Nation’s Capital - Congress. The House and Senate are in recess this week. Once Congress returns after the July 4th recess, leaders aim to reach an.
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Outlook for This Week in the Nation’s Capital - Congress. Both chambers are in session this week. Senate Democrats plan to vote on abortion rights legislation later this week, though.