Statement of Congresswoman Jean Schmidt on the Passage of the Continuing Resolution

Statement

"Tonight we took a first step in delivering the Republican promise of getting our fiscal house in order. It is my sincere hope that our colleagues in the U.S. Senate will join us in supporting these cuts.

While I wish we could have cut more, this is a good start. I am also disappointed by the short sightedness in the vote to eliminate the alternate engine for the Joint Strike Fighter. Not only because of the potential job loss for the people Southern Ohio, but also because competition has been proven to reduce the cost of military aircraft engines and provides a reliable safety net for our fighting men and women. I am committed to continuing to fight for the alternate engine for the Joint Strike fighter, because it is what's best for our nation and our military.

While this process was, at times, long and arduous, I am very pleased that this has been one of the most open and fair processes I have witnessed in my time as a Member of Congress. Just like the family kitchen table, we came together, had a fair and honest discussion and made decisions that will help our country."

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