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WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement after voting for the Continuing Resolution to fund the government:

“Today, nearly every single House Democrat voted against the Continuing Resolution to fund the government. It's ironic, now that they are no longer in power, Democrats seem to have forgotten their years of warning that government shutdowns are reckless and harmful to seniors, veterans, and working families. The reality is that a government shutdown today would have cost taxpayers billions, put our national security at risk, and hurt my constituents. I was proud to vote for the Continuing Resolution to ensure that every VA clinic remains open, every Social Security recipient receives their benefits on time, and every hardworking federal employee can continue to provide for their family. House Republicans are working tirelessly to restore regular order through the appropriations process, and this was a necessary step to give us the time needed to responsibly fund the government and deliver results for the American people."