Rep. Michelle Fischbach Praises Continuing Resolution to End Government Shutdown

Reopening the Government

• 🏛️ The House is considering HR5371, a continuing resolution that aims to end the government shutdown.
• ✅ This bill is presented as delivering on commitments to the American people by reopening the government and restoring stability.

Criticisms of Democratic Stance

• 📉 The speaker criticizes Democrats for voting against a previous continuing resolution that would have funded critical services and kept the government open.
• 🗣️ This action is characterized as choosing politics over people and causing American families to pay the price.

Support for Veterans and Farmers

• 🇺🇸 The bill is highlighted for delivering on promises to veterans, including funding for medical care, mental health, homelessness programs, and construction for new VA hospitals.
• 🌾 It also provides funding for the Farm Service Agency to support farmers and ranchers, and invests in rural development programs.

National Nutritional Programs

• 🍎 Funding is restored for WIC and SNAP, ensuring access to healthy foods for low-income mothers and babies.
• ⚠️ These programs are emphasized as not having been used as a bargaining chip during the shutdown.

Investments in Rural and Military Communities

• 🏘️ The legislation includes investments in rural development, such as affordable housing assistance.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Funds are allocated for military family housing projects and to improve the quality of life for service members, including hospitals and schools.