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Bipartisan funding bills stall as Senate Republicans press forward without Democrats
By Helen Huiskes and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Senate Republicans are preparing to push ahead on next year’s government funding bill without Democratic buy-in, with the stalemate threatening to fracture the historically bipartisan spending negotiations right from the jump. An Appropriations Committee meeting to move the first four of 12 bills...
Key takeaway An Appropriations Committee meeting to move the first four of 12 bills...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The stalemate in Senate funding bills has significant implications for El Paso , where federal funding plays a crucial role in supporting local projects and initiatives. As the Appropriations Committee navigates the challenges of pushing forward without Democratic buy-in, El Pasoans should be watching closely to see how this affects funding for key areas such as transportation and public safety. The city's reliance on federal dollars to support infrastructure development and social programs means that any disruption to the funding process could have tangible consequences for local residents. With the Senate Republicans moving forward on their own, it remains to be seen how this will impact El Paso's ability to secure funding for its priorities, and local leaders will need to be proactive in advocating for the city's interests in the face of this uncertainty.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? Senate Republicans are preparing to push ahead on next year’s government funding bill without Democratic buy-in, with the stalemate threatening to fracture the historically bipartisan spending negotiations right from the jump. An Appropriations Committee meeting to move the first four of 12 bills...
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