Congresswoman Fudge Statement on Passage of Legislation to Reopen the Government and Avert Default

Statement

Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) released the following statement tonight after the House voted to pass legislation that ends the government shutdown and avoids default:

"I am pleased the House has finally acted responsibly to reopen the government, and make sure our bills are paid on time, at least in the short term. However, the constant conflict that has come to define Congress puts our country and the American people at risk. We cannot continue to function in a manner that drives us from one crisis to the next," said Congresswoman Fudge.

"We still need a budget that includes a sound fiscal strategy for this nation. Otherwise, we will once again be forced to vote on a temporary solution. Our military personnel, federal employees, veterans, seniors, families and small business owners should never have to face another manufactured crisis because of partisan politics."

"Collaboration across the aisles of Congress reopened the government, ensuring that hundreds of thousands will be able to return to work. Millions will have services restored. I sincerely hope House Republicans will resolve to lay aside extreme partisan demands in the future and put Americans' needs first. We must remind ourselves we were sent here to work together to resolve issues, not create problems for the entire world to endure."

The legislation, H.R. 2775 passed the House with 285 Yeas and 144 Nays.

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