Unanimous Consent Request--S. Res. 832 (Executive Session)

Senator Cassidy asked the Senate to pass his resolution (S. Res. 832) by unanimous consent. He said Social Security is running out of money and faces automatic benefit cuts of over 20 percent if nothing is done, and that the resolution would set up a bipartisan group of lawmakers, including House participation, to develop and report proposals; he said it would not mandate any specific fix or cuts. Senator Wyden objected, saying the resolution would create a fast track for cutting benefits for retirees and people with disabilities and that its rules would bar raising taxes on the wealthy to fund the program. Cassidy responded that the resolution sets only a schedule for public input and normal legislative action, and that members could include any ideas they wished.Written by AI from the debate. Updated 2026-10-17.

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