On the Amendment

The Senate voted on a standard amendment on April 5, 2025, and rejected it 49-50. This was a targeted change to modify specific provisions of an underlying bill, not a full substitute of the bill's text. Because the amendment failed, the bill continues forward without the proposed language change incorporated.

The vote was largely partisan. Democrats supported the amendment 44-0, while Republicans opposed it 50-3, with only three Republicans breaking ranks to vote yes. The narrow margin and strong partisan divide reflect disagreement between the two parties on the amendment's substance.

With the amendment rejected, the Senate will continue considering the underlying bill. The bill's next steps depend on what other amendments are pending and whether the chamber moves toward a final passage vote on the original text.