Senate Breaks Filibuster For $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill, Setting Stage For Final Vote

Topline A $1.2 trillion proposal aimed at overhauling the United States’ aging roads, bridges and other critical infrastructure will not be halted by a Senate filibuster, after lawmakers voted to advance the bill early Saturday afternoon, even as questions remain about what will be included in the bill’s final version. U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on July 13, … [+] 2017 in Washington. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images) Getty Images Key Facts The Senate voted 67-27 to end debate on the bill, with 18 Republicans joining the Democratic majority, meaning a vote on the bill’s final passage could come this weeke… Click below to read the full story from Forbes
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