The Senate parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, said changing the date of entry for eligibility would not be allowed in the bill. The proposal was not the only alternative Democrats have been pursuing with the parliamentarian, according to a source familiar with the process. While some Democrats have issued calls to overrule her decision, most Senate Democrats have been reluctant to embrace that idea. “Changing the law to clear the way to [lawful permanent resident] status is tremendous and enduring policy change that dwarfs its budgetary impact,” she wrote. Rep. Lou Correa (D-Santa Ana) said Wednesday he would oppose the social spending bill if immigration was not included.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 29, 2021 18:43 UTC