Congress is back in session this week, and policymakers will confront many issues that are important to our community.
Washington Policy Outlook – Week of April 12, 2021
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VIDEO: What’s happening in Congress this week
Here’s what we’re following in Congress this week, including our reaction to President Trump’s proposed 2021 budget that would inflict significant damage to Latino communities.
Trump’s budget would drastically slash investments that educate, empower, and promote the health of hardworking Americans, including Latinos. Find out more here and in the video below.
VIDEO: What’s happening in Washington this week
This week is a busy one on Capitol Hill. Here’s what you need to know.
VIDEO: What’s happening in Congress this week
This Tuesday, the House will vote on a funding stopgap measure to prevent a government shutdown, pushing the deadline for a funding agreement from this Thursday to December 20. This continuing resolution (commonly referred to as a CR) would allow lawmakers to put off final decisions on controversial funding issues.
At the same time, the impeachment inquiry continues to be big news on Capitol Hill. This week, the House will continue its impeachment inquiry into President Trump, bringing in eight new witnesses to testify.
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