House Republicans have unveiled a $95 billion legislative plan focused on boosting defense, aiding farmers, and enacting stricter voter registration rules. The plan, a sequel to the massive tax and spending cut bill signed into law last year, is a long-shot undertaking designed to supplement Pentagon funding for the Iran war and address President Donald Trump’s top priority of changing voter registration requirements.
Defense Spending and Farm Aid
The bulk of the $95 billion that Republicans will seek would go towards the U.S.-led war against Iran, reflecting the White House’s request for supplemental spending to rebuild stockpiles and fund classified programs. The resolution calls for the House Armed Services Committee to craft legislation that will not increase deficits through 2036 by more than $60 billion. Additionally, the plan includes $12 billion for farm aid, which has become an election-year priority for many lawmakers with rural constituencies.
Election Law Changes
The plan also includes $10 billion for the GOP’s effort to impose strict proof of citizenship requirements in line with provisions of the SAVE America Act, which has been a top Trump priority. Republicans have said their focus is on enhancing election integrity, but Democrats say it’s about suppressing voter turnout, particularly among married women, seniors, and minorities who don’t have ready access to the documents they would need to present when registering to vote.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
