Chambliss, Isakson Vote to Advance Budget Agreement in Senate
U.S. Senate
On a vote of 67-33, the U.S. Senate approved a major procedural step this morning toward passing a budget agreement, according to NPR and C-SPAN.
Twelve GOP senators joined all of the Democrats to approve the motion. Both of Georgia’s senators —Saxby Chambliss and Johnny Isakson – voted in favor of the motion.
NPR explains the meaning of this morning’s actions:
With the procedural vote, the lawmakers took a key step toward approval of the legislation, which last week won overwhelming support in the House. Tuesday’s vote was to begin debate on the measure — a step that requires at least 60 “ayes.”The next vote, on the plan itself, requires only a simple majority (51 or more votes if all senators are present). With the Democratic caucus controlling 55 seats, passage is expected.
Final approval for the budget agreement could come as early as Wednesday.
We will have more on this story later today.
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