The legislative process functions in a convoluted manner, producing lengthy bills with unclear provisions detrimental to the public. James Madison and Alexander Hamilton discuss a scenario where a 940-page bill, fraught with hidden legislation, emerges from Congress. Despite discussions around financial responsibility, legislators may prioritize special interests, leading to costly implications. Senators like Lisa Murkowski express frustrations yet partake in the process that ultimately allows unfavorable bills to pass. Misrepresentation of budgetary impacts is noted, alluding to systemic issues in governance, reflecting on the Founders' intentions versus current realities.
In order, perhaps, to save money? Madison: No. It will not save money. It will COST money, even though the Senate will try to pretend that it doesn't, through a novel budgetary move known as "lying."
Madison: Just as we designed. It's perfect. First, they will make a bill that is 940 pages long and includes "mystery" provisions put into it by "I don't know" who.
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