Overview
The so-called "reconciliation" process on Capitol Hill is soon to play a central role for many of the legislative priorities of the new Congress. Despite its buzzword popularity, however, and the hope among many that it serves as a panacea to congressional gridlock, reconciliation is a limited process that needs to be thoroughly understood by anyone seeking to take advantage of the benefits it offers.
This article provides a brief discussion of reconciliation procedures and answers to frequently asked questions about the process.
