Large-scale Trump legislation edges closer to Senate approval, with select Republicans expressing apprehension about potential post-purchase regret.
The "One Big Beautiful Bill", a legislative package introduced by the Trump administration, is currently making its way through the Senate, with significant implications for various sectors of American society. However, as the bill navigates the complex parliamentary process, several key provisions are under threat of removal or modification due to Senate parliamentarian rulings.
The bill, with its focus on tax cuts, Medicaid reform, welfare changes, and border security, has sparked controversy among politicians and the public alike. Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine), who is up for reelection next cycle, has expressed concern over the bill's cuts to Medicaid.
If the bill does clear the Senate, Republicans will have only a handful of votes to spare in a final vote in the House. The parliamentarian continues to review amendments to the bill as they are introduced.
As of June 2025, there is limited detailed public reporting specifying which exact provisions of the bill are being removed or modified specifically due to Senate parliamentarian rulings. The available documentation focuses on the contents and intent of the bill, not on parliamentary interference or procedural hurdles.
**Key Provisions of the Bill**
The "One Big Beautiful Bill" includes several major components:
1. Permanently extending the 2017 Trump tax cuts, which includes the small business deduction and protects middle- and working-class taxpayers from tax hikes. 2. Tax relief for workers, such as eliminating the tax on tips and overtime pay for hourly and service job workers, and providing additional tax relief for seniors and families. 3. Manufacturing incentives and border security, including investments in American manufacturing, funding for border security, and hiring of more ICE officers. 4. Medicaid reform, which imposes new work requirements for able-bodied Medicaid recipients without dependents, while protecting benefits for vulnerable populations (children, seniors, disabled, low-income). 5. A debt ceiling increase, with the Senate version proposing a raise of $5 trillion. 6. A permanent increase to the child tax credit, from the current $2,000 to $2,200, though the House version has differences. 7. Welfare reform and spending reductions, with the bill designed to cut taxes and federal spending, with no new funding for agencies like the Department of Education, HUD, or the EPA.
**Senate Parliamentarian and Procedural Considerations**
The Senate version of the bill is being advanced using the budget reconciliation process, which allows for passage with a simple majority but is subject to the “Byrd Rule”—a set of guidelines enforced by the Senate parliamentarian. The Byrd Rule specifies that provisions in a reconciliation bill must have a direct and material impact on the federal budget, and restricts non-budgetary policy changes.
**What Could Be Removed or Modified?**
While explicit details are not reported, any provisions not directly related to federal spending, revenue, or the debt limit could be subject to removal or modification. This could theoretically include:
1. Non-budgetary policy changes, such as any language related strictly to welfare eligibility, work requirements, or the enforcement of work rules for Medicaid. 2. Provisions on border enforcement, if a provision is judged to be policy-driven rather than budgetary (such as strict immigration enforcement outside of funding). 3. Tax credit details, if any language modifies credits without significant budgetary impact.
**Current Status**
There is no public confirmation of specific provisions being stripped or modified as of late June 2025, but the reconciliation process means that any non-budgetary policy changes—such as work requirements for Medicaid—are at risk if the Senate parliamentarian determines they violate the Byrd Rule. The bill’s main tax and spending provisions are the most likely to survive the process.
Rep. David Valadao of California, whose constituents rely heavily on Medicaid, has suggested he will vote against the bill. Tillis announced he will not seek reelection in 2026 and has called the legislation a "betrayal" to voters. Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican from Nebraska who has announced his retirement, believes the Senate version has gone too far in gutting healthcare programs and has expressed uncertainty about passing the bill.
The House Rules Committee has scheduled a hearing on reconciling the two bills for Tuesday. Tillis and other Republicans have expressed concern with elements of the bill that restrict state taxes on healthcare providers. The bill, if passed, would not include provisions that prohibit the use of Medicaid funds on gender transition care, cancel regulations that require a minimum staffing ratio at nursing homes, and limit Medicaid access to immigrants, as these have been removed or modified by the Senate parliamentarian.
The Senate parliamentarian has also determined that certain provisions of the bill, including the provider tax and work requirements for Medicaid, fail to follow the rules of the chamber and must be removed or modified. An intraparty fight has broken out among Republicans over the fate of green energy tax credits, with some senators seeking to preserve them for several more years.
Elon Musk, a co-founder of Tesla, has renewed his attacks on the legislation, calling it "utterly insane and destructive" for its price tag and suggesting the need for a new political party. Democrats in the Senate have been united in their opposition to the bill, with Mark Kelly, of Arizona, warning Republicans of potential electoral repercussions.
The parliamentarian has also cut provisions that prohibit the use of Medicaid funds on gender transition care, cancel regulations that require a minimum staffing ratio at nursing homes, and limit Medicaid access to immigrants. The White House previously set July 4 as a goal to get the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" passed by both chambers.
Several Republicans, including Sens. Rand Paul of Kentucky and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, are criticizing the bill. The bill, if passed, would make tax breaks permanent that were passed in 2017 and are set to expire at the end of this year. Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska has expressed skepticism over several provisions of the legislation, and key provisions that were top priorities for her have been gutted.
- Rumors swirl about possible changes to the "One Big Beautiful Bill" after the Senate parliamentarian's rulings.
- With the bill's focus on tax cuts, welfare changes, and border security, the controversy among politicians and the public increases.
- Republican Sen. Susan Collins expressed concerns over potential Medicaid cuts in the bill, as she faces reelection.
- The Senate version of the bill requires a simple majority passage, but is subject to the Byrd Rule enforced by the Senate parliamentarian.
- Provisions dealing with non-budgetary issues like welfare eligibility, immigration enforcement, and tax credit details could be at risk of removal or modification.
- The House Rules Committee scheduled a hearing to reconcile the bill versions, yet has not confirmed any specific provisions being stripped.
- Some Republicans, such as Rep. David Valadao, Tillis, Bacon, and Murkowski, have expressed concerns or uncertainties about the bill's impact on healthcare programs.8.intraparty fights have emerged among Republicans over green energy tax credits, with some senators seeking to preserve them for several more years.
- Elon Musk criticized the bill, calling it "utterly insane and destructive" due to its cost.
- Democrats in the Senate remain united in opposition to the bill, and warn of potential electoral repercussions.
- The Senate parliamentarian removed provisions limiting Medicaid access to immigrants, canceling nursing home staffing ratio regulations, and prohibiting the use of Medicaid funds for gender transition care.
- Politicians continue to navigate the complexities of the bill, aiming to protect key provisions while adhering to the Byrd Rule.
- Los Angeles residents may be affected by the bill's changes in immigration policy and welfare reform.
- Changes to tax credits and deductions, such as for small businesses and middle-class taxpayers, could impact the overall business climate in California.
- The entertainment industry in Los Angeles, as well as the Rams football team, could face financial implications from changes in finance and business law.
- Senators' decisions on the bill may impact the housing market, with potential effects on the cost of homes and apartments for families.
- Entrepreneurs in industries like interior design, cooking, and fashion and beauty may find new opportunities or face challenges due to the bill’s impact on small businesses.
- Leadership roles in various sectors might experience shifts as the economy and regulations evolve under the bill's provisions.
- Diversity and inclusion efforts in the workforce and within businesses could be affected by the bill's provisions on work requirements and immigration policy.
- Cybersecurity concerns may arise from the bill's potential changes in policymaking, creating a need for increased vigilance in the region.
- Lifestyle preferences related to outdoor living and sustainable practices could be supported or hindered by the bill's changes in policy and spending.
- The fashion industry in California, such as designers focusing on global cuisines and food and drink, may need to adapt to new trends influenced by the bill.
- Family dynamics could be affected by changes in welfare, health, and immigration policies, as well as tax reform impacting income and wealth distribution.
- The local restaurant and dining industry, which contributes to the vibrant food and dating scenes in California, could be impacted by policy changes in business and finance.
- Pet ownership and related businesses may be affected by changes in welfare policy, as well as by regulations related to war and conflicts outside the region.
- Policy and legislation changes, including war and conflicts, car accidents, and general news, could have ripple effects on California's politics and civic life.
- The bill's potential changes to crime and justice policies, such as those affecting immigration, could impact families and communities across Los Angeles.
- In the real estate sector, commercial and residential properties may experience varying effects, with potential consequences for real estate investing and wealth management.
- Housing market fluctuations, such as an increase in property prices or affordability challenges, could be driven by the bill's changes in taxation, finance, and government spending.
- Managing personal finances and saving for long-term goals, such as retirement or home improvements, may become more challenging due to changes in taxation and investment policies.
- Debt management strategies, including repayment plans and forgiveness programs, could be affected by the bill's tax reforms and financial policies.
- Data and cloud computing industries might experience changes due to the bill's provisions in technology and artificial intelligence, altering the landscape for digital innovation.
- With a focus on healthy cooking and sustainable living, the bill's impact on food production, distribution, and consumption could resonate with a broader emphasis on lifestyle changes and relationships.
