Bill is backed by Democrats in both chambers
Republican opposition has essentially killed measure that includes foreign aid
Legislation introduced by Sens. Padilla, Gillibrand and Rep. Torres
Calif. Democrat elected to U.S. Senate in 1992
New guidelines issued on March 31.
Calif. Democrat won special election to U.S. Senate in 1992
House Majority Leader Hoyer also announces he will step down from leadership
Final vote could happen as early as Thursday
'Might there be legal challenges to it? I hope not. But in the case that there are, I believe it will be upheld'
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