1.   Democrats also said that the bill would alter the current formula, which guarantees the poorest school districts a larger share of federal funds.

2.   In addition to cutting Interior Department spending, the bill also would alter several environmental programs.

3.   The bill thus alters the versions passed by the House and Senate.

4.   The bill would also alter several ground rules for legal battles between federal taxpayers and tax collectors.

5.   The bill would fundamentally alter the calculus used to enforce a wide range of laws affecting health, safety and the environment.

6.   The bill would alter health and welfare programs touching almost all Americans.