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U.S. Spending Bill: Which Policy 'Riders to Watch

U.S. Spending Bill: Which Policy 'Riders to Watch

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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The video discusses the deadline for the spending bill, which funds 11 of 12 federal agencies, with special provisions for the Department of Homeland Security. Republicans aim to challenge President Obama's immigration actions. The bill includes policy riders that may face Democratic opposition. Key riders involve school lunch requirements, sage grouse protection, marijuana legalization in DC, and trucker rules. Nancy Pelosi holds significant leverage due to Republican dissent, as some Republicans feel the bill doesn't adequately address immigration issues.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

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What warning did House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi give regarding the spending bill?

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Why are some House Republicans not going to vote for the spending bill?

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