But unlike last year, when Democrats surprised Republicans into nearly passing the RSC alternative, the GOP was ready and easily batted away the tactic.
After it became clear the GOP would not pass the RSC budget on its own, Democrats cast their votes and the measure ultimately failed 136-285.
In the end, RSC leaders gave their blessing to the Ryan budget, calling it a step in the right direction.
Rep. Bill Cassidy has his blood drawn by Alesha Barbour during a free hepatitis screening in the Rayburn House Office Building hosted by the Congressional Viral Hepatitis Caucus to recognize "National Viral Hepatitis Testing Day."
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