House Democratic leaders told lawmakers Friday that they hope to pass both the infrastructure bill and the multitrillion-dollar megabill next week, a highly ambitious timeline.
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"That intensity continues as we move forward to pass two jobs bills next week: the Build Back Better Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework," Pelosi wrote.before it heads for budget committee consideration Saturday, while adding:"As negotiations continue, there may be changes." Some Democrats immediately expressed skepticism that the larger package could be ready next week, as the party faces an array of divisions over policy and price tag.
"What we're asking for is that it be pre-conferenced before both chambers move forward," Murphy added, suggesting that both the House and the Senate settle on a version before either chamber votes.
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