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David Kamin
David Kamin @davidckamin
Many reasons Sen Budget Res is bad. But, here's one hidden nugget that undermines accountability and transparency. CBO = no longer required.
Under old rule, CBO score required for bills reported out of committee to be considered on Senate floor or needs super-majority vote.
New budget res eliminates rule. Explanation: "unnecessarily restrictive to the deliberative nature of the institution." Really? CBO score?
In fact, old rule should be broadened, not eliminated. Didn't apply to leg brought directly to Sen floor -- like health repeal. Should've.
Why do this now? Major piece of legislation that may be reported out of committee: the Senate tax bill. Concern = set up move w/o CBO/JCT.