Understanding the “Big Beautiful Bill”

President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” became law on July 4. Weeks later, journalists are still answering the big, beautiful questions: What policies are going to change, and which ones are going to stay the same? How will the new law’s provisions impact Americans across the country? Who and what will be affected most by the new law? What upcoming dates and deadlines will be relevant for your readers and viewers to know?

The Institute and the Bipartisan Policy Center are offering a series of virtual briefings to help journalists enhance their understanding and coverage of the bill’s major themes.

Part one of the series will guide journalists through the nuts and bolts of the law and the congressional procedures that were key to its passage, with a particular focus on what is helpful to know for ongoing coverage of the new law and its impacts.

We’ll dive deeper into the reconciliation process itself, the fiscal impacts the new law is expected to have, and common points of confusion in understanding it all. We’ll look at common mistakes made in talking about the new law that journalists should avoid in their coverage and touch on issues that could surface in Washington again in the near term that could be relevant for future stories.

With rumors already swirling about another reconciliation package in the months ahead, this is your chance to get all of your process questions answered.

Note: This session will be off the record. By registering for it, you’re agreeing to those terms.

You can sign up here.

About the Bipartisan Policy Center

The Bipartisan Policy Center and its advocacy affiliate, Bipartisan Policy Center Action (BPC Action), are unique in their approach to addressing the nation’s most pressing issues. As the only organization working across the full political spectrum on domestic issues, BPC brings together diverse perspectives to craft data-driven, pragmatic policy solutions. BPC Action then works directly with legislators and other policymakers to turn those solutions into real change.

About the National Press Club Journalism Institute

The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press, and equips journalists with skills and standards to inform the public in ways that inspire a more representative democracy. As the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club, the Institute powers journalism in the public interest. The Institute depends on grants, foundation funds, and contributions from individuals like you. Your donation today allows the Institute to offer the majority of its programming at no cost.