Senate Averts Shutdown With Stopgap Spending Measure

The Senate has passed a stopgap spending bill to fund the government until February 18th, including $7 billion for Afghan refugees. Congress faces a busy December, needing to address the debt limit and potentially pass President Biden's social welfare, climate, and tax plan. The Build Back Better bill is under debate, with disagreements over state and local tax deductions and other provisions like paid family leave and immigration.

What is the main debate regarding state and local tax deductions?

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What are some of the provisions included in the Build Back Better bill?

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