Liberal Democrats say a Senate plan to pass a two-part infrastructure and social spending package falls short, and they plan to seek changes if it reaches the House.

“Right now, we are pushing for a little bit more,” said Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a Washington Democrat who heads the influential House Progressive Caucus. “Because if we really want to make a difference, this is what we are going to have to do.”

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