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Senate Passes Bill to Prevent $1.1 Billion Cuts in D.C.

3/15/2025

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The Senate approved a bipartisan bill to avert $1.1 billion in budget cuts for Washington, D.C.
Mayor Muriel Bowser highlighted potential severe impacts on city services, driving urgent legislative action.
The bill, backed by Senators Collins and Van Hollen, now requires House approval after unanimous Senate support.
D.C. officials have preemptively limited spending, stressing the importance of local tax revenue for service maintenance.

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Story summary

The Senate approved a bipartisan bill to avert $1.1 billion in budget cuts for Washington, D.C.
Mayor Muriel Bowser highlighted potential severe impacts on city services, driving urgent legislative action.
The bill, backed by Senators Collins and Van Hollen, now requires House approval after unanimous Senate support.
D.C. officials have preemptively limited spending, stressing the importance of local tax revenue for service maintenance.