August 5, 2021
 BY JOHN BRESNAHAN, ANNA PALMER AND JAKE SHERMAN Senators have begun informally discussing whether they can get consent to finish the infrastructure bill as soon as Thursday or Saturday. The chamber would then begin debating and voting on the Democrats’ $3.5 trillion budget resolution this weekend — an attempt to salvage some of the August recess. This emerging plan would require the consent of every senator. But the Senate can move quickly if it wants to — and senators are clearly eager to get out of town. This is also a recognition that the bipartisan infrastructure bill is on track to pass. All of these talks are tentative and nothing has been agreed to as of now. The two parties would have to agree to consider a number of additional amendments. Punchbowl News confirmed these talks with seven sources involved in or aware of the negotiations. We will keep you posted on developments in our afternoon and evening editions. Subscribe to Punchbowl News Premium to get the Midday and PM editions. |
Punchbowl News Presents
Our new weekly show, Fly Out Day, brings you inside the most consequential decisions shaping Congress with the people at the center of the story. From Hill leadership to Washington’s most-plugged in reporters, join us straight from our townhouse each Thursday evening. Watch the latest episode now.
Crucial Capitol Hill news AM, Midday, and PM—5 times a week
Join a community of some of the most powerful people in Washington and beyond. Exclusive newsmaker events, parties, in-person and virtual briefings and more.
Subscribe to Premium
The Canvass Year-End Report
And what senior aides and downtown figures believe will happen in 2023.
Check it outEvery single issue of Punchbowl News published, all in one place
Visit the archive
Punchbowl News Presents
Our new weekly show, Fly Out Day, brings you inside the most consequential decisions shaping Congress with the people at the center of the story. From Hill leadership to Washington’s most-plugged in reporters, join us straight from our townhouse each Thursday evening. Watch the latest episode now.