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Senate Blocks GOP’s Federal Employee Protections Overhaul

6/25/2025

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The Senate parliamentarian has dealt a blow to the GOP's efforts to change federal employee protections, deeming key proposals—like higher retirement contributions and union fees—as violations of reconciliation rules. With a July 4 deadline looming, Republicans face mounting concerns over the remaining provisions in their reconciliation bill.

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The Senate parliamentarian has dealt a blow to the GOP's efforts to change federal employee protections, deeming key proposals—like higher retirement contributions and union fees—as violations of reconciliation rules. With a July 4 deadline looming, Republicans face mounting concerns over the remaining provisions in their reconciliation bill.