Congress is faced with a hefty agenda upon its return from the August recess, with limited opportunity to drive it through. Adding to the time pressure is the impending deadline on September 30 to approve appropriations packages or establish a continuing resolution (CR) to steer clear of a federal government shutdown. The recap information and further analysis are provided by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
From the above-mentioned law firm perspective, the next few months are expected to be quite intense. Various issues are standing at the doorstep of the Capitol Hill, waiting to be addressed. Some of these include:
- Progression of the Infrastructure Bill
- Deliberation on the debt ceiling
- Discussion of domestic and foreign policy matters
However, the concurrent discussions regarding the federal budget raise numerous queries. Will there be a successful negotiation on an appropriations bill, or will a CR be required to stave off the specter of a government shutdown? If the past experiences serve as a reliable guide, these deliberations are anticipated to be complex and time-consuming.
With such a robust agenda ahead, the next few months’ Congressional actions could be pivotal for not only the government but also the wider public, businesses, and law firms. So it becomes crucial for legal professionals and corporations to stay robustly informed about these developments. Here you can access the complete outlook on the Congressional fall session as forecasted by Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP