A group of congressional Republicans is celebrating significant achievements in President Trump’s latest budget proposal, dubbed the "big, beautiful bill." This legislation recently passed the House of Representatives, and the Republican Study Committee has highlighted 50 key conservative policies included in it.
Among the notable provisions are a $5,000 tax cut for American families, the repeal of electric vehicle mandates, and the reversal of a Biden administration directive that required Medicare to cover gender transition procedures for minors. The Republican Study Committee, which is the oldest and largest conservative group in the House, played a vital role in pushing these measures forward.
Committee Chairman August Pfluger expressed pride in these accomplishments, stating that they represent a commitment to restoring American values and improving the lives of families and communities. He emphasized the importance of the bill in reducing taxes, enhancing border security, and revitalizing the military.
One of the major funding allocations within the bill is nearly $150 billion aimed at modernizing the U.S. military. This includes efforts to upgrade the nuclear arsenal and improve conditions for servicemembers. Additionally, the bill allocates $46 billion to complete the border wall initiated during Trump’s presidency. It also includes plans to hire thousands of new personnel for immigration enforcement.
Despite unanimous opposition from Democrats, the bill passed the House with a narrow margin of 215-214. House Speaker Mike Johnson praised the unity among Republicans, reflecting on the challenges they faced and the media’s skepticism. He noted that their collective efforts led to this legislative success.
The bill will now move to the Senate for consideration, where its future remains uncertain. The Republican leadership hopes that these policies will resonate with voters and contribute to a stronger America.