SAMDT 172 — To create a point of order against legislation that would reduce Medicare and Medicaid benefits for Americans.

AMENDS

SCONRES 7 — An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.

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AMENDMENT PROGRESS

STEP 3 OF 3

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DISPOSITION

FAILED

FEB 21, 2025

“Amendment SA 172 ruled out of order by the chair.”

what this changes

This amendment tried to create a procedural rule that would make it harder for Congress to pass laws cutting Medicare or Medicaid benefits. However, the rule was blocked by the presiding officer during the budget debate and was not included in the final plan.

WHY IT MATTERS

This amendment was intended to create a legislative 'speed bump' to prevent future cuts to health programs that millions of Americans rely on.

WHO IS AFFECTED

If it had passed, it would have primarily affected lawmakers by restricting their ability to easily reduce benefits for seniors and low-income individuals.

AMENDS

SCONRES 7PASSED SENATE

An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.

OTHER AMENDMENTS TO THIS BILL

KEY POINTS

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Protection for health benefits

The goal was to make it procedurally difficult for Congress to reduce benefits for Medicare and Medicaid recipients.

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Procedural block

The amendment was blocked because it didn't meet the specific technical rules required for budget resolutions.

GLOSSARY

Point of order: A formal objection raised by a lawmaker claiming that the rules of the Senate are being violated.
Medicare: The federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older and certain younger people with disabilities.
Medicaid: A joint federal and state program that provides health coverage to some people with limited income and resources.

Official sources

SAMDT 172 on Congress.gov

This analysis used: Amendment purpose · Latest action · Amended bill: summary

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FEB 21, 25

Amendment SA 172 ruled out of order by the chair.

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FEB 21, 25

Motion to waive all applicable budgetary discipline with respect to amendment SA 172 rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 51. Record Vote Number: 75.

FLOOR

FEB 21, 25

Point of order that the amendment violates section 305(b)(2) of the CBA raised in Senate with respect to amendment SA 172.

FLOOR

FEB 21, 25

Amendment SA 172 proposed by Senator Reed. (consideration: CR S1108) To create a point of order against legislation that would reduce Medicare and Medicaid benefits for Americans.

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To create a point of order against legislation that would reduce Medicare and Medicaid benefits for Americans.

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To create a point of order against legislation that would reduce Medicare and Medicaid benefits for Americans.

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