[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 182 (Tuesday, December 15, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Pages S8647-S8648]
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               APPROPRIATIONS AND TAX RELIEF NEGOTIATIONS

  Mr. McCONNELL. Mr. President, as of this morning we know that 
committees and Members from both sides are continuing to make important 
progress in the ongoing fiscal negotiations. That is true on the 
appropriations side, and it is also true on the tax relief side.NOTICE

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  This doesn't mean negotiators have surmounted every obstacle, but it 
does offer an unmistakable sign of forward momentum. Negotiators are 
working toward filing legislation today and expect to do so. Many will 
find that encouraging. For my part, I will continue engaging and 
consulting colleagues as events move forward.

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