As noted previously, whether provisions that would make sweeping changes in immigration law, including those around DACA, would be allowed under budget reconciliation instructions would depend on a ruling by he Senate Parliamentarian. The Parliamentarian ruled last night that they would not be allowed in the reconciliation package.
In essence, the Parliamentarian ruled that massive policy changes are outside the scope of reconciliation, which is designed to address budgetary goals and objectives.
Following last night’s decision, key Senate Democrats vowed to pursue other avenues to bring about the changes being sought.
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