Congressman Mfume Votes to Fund the Government

Press Release

Today, Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) voted to keep the government open and working For The People by voting yes on the Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023. The final vote was 230 -- 201 with all "No" votes coming from Republicans.

"Keeping the government open for the people should not be subject to partisan posturing. I'm proud to have voted yes on this package to ensure vital federal agencies, including education, health, housing, and public safety programs have the resources they need to serve all Americans without interruption," said Congressman Kweisi Mfume.

This continued funding grows opportunity through early childhood education, invests in our schools and high-quality job training programs, provides critical nutrition assistance and affordable housing opportunities, secures our nation, and supports our veterans.

Additionally, this package advanced a number of key priorities For The People:

Billions in relief for New Mexico, Puerto Rico, Florida, Alaska and other communities hit by natural disasters, especially in the wake of Hurricane Ian

$12.3 billion to power the fight for freedom in Ukraine, including new security, economic and humanitarian assistance

Bolstering funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program: this will help working families pay for higher energy bills as we enter the winter months

Five-year reauthorization of FDA user fees: ensuring no interruption to the FDA's life-saving work reviewing and approving new prescription drugs coming to market

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