Lawmakers from both parties joined forces Wednesday to pass the deal marking both a parting victory for outgoing Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, and a valedictory gift for his likely replacement, Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis.
The final vote was 266 to 167, with 79 Republicans joining every Democrat in sealing passage. Ryan backed the bill.
The legislation, which raises federal spending levels and expands the government’s borrowing authority, would push two of Congress’ fiercest fiscal fights well beyond next year’s elections, avoiding potential standoffs with President Obama and easing Ryan's transition into the speakership.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., one of the bill’s chief architects, has vowed to take it up quickly.
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