SAMDT 4799 — To create a point of order against reconciliation legislation that does not lower out-of-pocket health care costs while Americans struggle to make ends meet.

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SCONRES 33 — A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.

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APR 22, 2026

“Amendment SA 4799 ruled out of order by the chair.”

what this changes

The parent bill sets the government's budget plan for the next decade. This amendment adds a rule that allows members of Congress to object to certain fast-track tax and spending bills if they do not include measures to lower the amount of money Americans pay for health care.

WHY IT MATTERS

If this amendment is adopted, it pressures lawmakers to include cost-saving health care provisions in future major budget bills. It creates a mechanism to hold the fast-track legislative process accountable for addressing the financial burden of health care on families.

WHO IS AFFECTED

Americans who pay for their own medical services, prescriptions, or insurance premiums are most affected, as this rule aims to ensure future major laws prioritize lowering those specific costs.

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SCONRES 33PASSED BOTH

A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.

Establishes a $5.5 trillion federal budget for 2026 and sets the stage for fast-track legislation to expand military spending and increase deportations of violent offenders.AI-written

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Creates a procedural objection against specific budget bills

It establishes a hurdle that could block or delay major legislation if that legislation fails to address health care expenses.

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Targets reconciliation legislation

Reconciliation bills are powerful because they only require a simple majority to pass the Senate, making them the primary way Congress passes major policy changes.

GLOSSARY

point of order: A formal objection made by a member of Congress that a rule is being violated, which can stop the progress of a bill.
reconciliation: A special legislative process that allows certain budget-related bills to pass the Senate with a simple majority of 51 votes rather than the usual 60.
out-of-pocket costs: Health care expenses that are not reimbursed by insurance, such as deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments for services or prescription drugs.

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APR 22

Amendment SA 4799 ruled out of order by the chair.

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APR 22

Motion to waive all applicable budgetary discipline with respect to amendment SA 4799, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 50. Record Vote Number: 89.

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APR 22

Point of order that the amendment violates section 305(b)(2) of the CBA raised in Senate with respect to amendment SA 4799.

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APR 22

Amendment SA 4799 proposed by Senator Schumer. (consideration: CR S1906-1907)

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To create a point of order against reconciliation legislation that does not lower out-of-pocket health care costs while Americans struggle to make ends meet.

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To create a point of order against reconciliation legislation that does not lower out-of-pocket health care costs while Americans struggle to make ends meet.

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