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Ultimately, the house voted on the proposed bill. However, despite clear outlines of support for various elements within the bill—including provisions to help farmers battling natural calamities—the outcome was unfavorable, demonstrating the difficulty of reaching consensus under polarized conditions. As representatives prepared for the possibility of recess due to budgetary impasses, the exchange served as a reminder of the ongoing challenges facing governance in an era marked by political division and contentious rhetoric.