
Mitch McConnell
54:24 - 54:41
"I think it's safe to conclude there will not be another reconciliation bill. So it's really not an option."
“I think it's safe to conclude there will not be another reconciliation bill. So it's really not an option.”
So I just had one thing. I think it's safe to conclude there will not be another reconciliation bill. So it's really not an option. I agree with that assessment. Let me switch to a different issue.
Air Force fiscal 2027 budget request splits critical programs between base appropriations and reconciliation bill. Senators from both parties say the structure creates risk for Alaska installations and missions.

The Department of the Air Force asked Congress for $338.8 billion in fiscal 2027, a 34 percent jump from last year, to address readiness shortfalls after 25 years of underfunding. Senators questioned splitting the request between base appropriations and a reconciliation package.
