House Cloakroom:
Analysis: This week, the House may move its attention to a food stamp bill that would reduce spending by $40 billion by eliminating USDA waivers for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDS). The reduction is far below the $135 billion (over 10 years) cut called for by the House-passed Ryan budget. The House may also consider legislation that would prohibit the federal government from subsidizing health insurance coverage under Obamacare’s insurance exchanges until a verification process is established for the eligibility of those receiving subsidies.
Major Floor Action:
- H.R. ____ – Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act
- H.R. 2775 – No Subsidies Without Verification Act
- H.R. ____ – Continuing Resolution
- S. 157 – Denali National Park Improvement Act
- S. 256 – A bill to amend Public Law 93-435 with respect to the Northern Mariana Islands, providing parity with Guam, the Virgin Islands, and American Samoa
Major Committee Action:
- The Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday to examine the challenges and burdens on employers and states as a result of Obamacare.
Senate Cloakroom:
Analysis: This week, the Senate will vote on the authorization of use of military force (AUMF) in Syria, which was passed by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee by a vote of 10 to 7.
Major Floor Action:
- S. J. Res. ____ – To authorize the limited and specified use of the United States Armed Forces against Syria.
Major Committee Action:
- The Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs will hold a hearing on the essential elements of housing finance reform.
