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House Budget Committee advances Reconciliation 3.0 amid GOP divisions
By Caitrin Assaf at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The House Budget Committee advanced a $95 billion legislative package Thursday, known as “Reconciliation 3.0,” as Republicans move to use the special budget process for a third time to bypass the Senate filibuster. The bill faces unified Democratic opposition and resistance...
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Why this matters in The Midland
The advancement of Reconciliation 3.0 has significant implications for Midland residents, particularly in regards to the bill's provisions for farm aid and Pentagon funding. As a major agricultural producer in the Permian Basin, Midland County farmers may benefit from the financial support included in the package. Additionally, the region's strong military presence, with nearby bases and defense contractors, means that increased Pentagon funding could have a direct impact on local jobs and economic growth. However, some Midland residents may be concerned about the lack of major spending cuts in the bill, given the current economic climate and the high cost of living in the area. As the bill moves to the House floor, Midland's congressional representatives will be closely watched to see how they vote on the package, and whether they will prioritize the needs and concerns of their local constituents.
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Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The House Budget Committee advanced a $95 billion legislative package Thursday, known as “Reconciliation 3.0,” as Republicans move to use the special budget process for a third time to bypass the Senate filibuster. The bill faces unified Democratic opposition and resistance...
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