Number: 97-865 Title: Points of Order in the Congressional Budget Process Authors: James V. Saturno, Government and Finance Division Abstract: This report summarizes points of order under the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, as amended, as well as related points of order established in the budget resolution adopted by Congress in 2007 (S.Con.Res. 21, 110th Congress), the Rules of the House for the 110th Congress, and the Budget Enforcement Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-508). In addition, it describes how points of order are applied and the processes used for their waiver in the House and Senate. Pages: 14 Date: June 23, 2008