Fighting to Get America's Fiscal House in Order -- Landry Votes for the Cut, Cap, & Balance Act

Statement

Congressman Jeff Landry (R, LA-03) voted today for H.R. 2560 -- the Cut, Cap, and Balance Act of 2011, putting in place a three part prerequisite for an increase in the debt ceiling.

"For decades, Washington has squandered the wealth of the American people and spent more than it takes in. Continuing this practice and kicking the can down the road only guarantees that our next generation will be unable to live the American Dream," said Landry. "In order to help create jobs and get our debt under control -- we must cut spending immediately, cap future spending, and balance Washington's budget."

"Weeks ago I was one of the first members to sign the Cut, Cap and Balance Pledge so I was pleased to finally have an opportunity to co-sponsor and vote for the Cut, Cap, and Balance Act today," continued Landry. "H.R. 2560 will cut spending this year, provide a hard cap for expenditures in the future, and require the passage of a Balanced Budget Amendment prior to increasing the nation's debt limit."

"H.R. 2560 protects Americans from an out of control government, but it's only words on paper unless it is passed in the Senate and signed by the President," declared Landry. "That is why I encourage the American people to contact their Senators and urge them to vote for this bill. This is the only way to make sure today's vote actually matters for our future generations."

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