Duval Times

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) is urging the Senate to swiftly pass a bipartisan 45-day stopgap funding bill after it was approved in the House of Representatives. The bill aims to prevent a wasteful government shutdown and ensure the continuity of essential operations.

In a statement, Congressman Rutherford emphasized the importance of fulfilling their responsibilities as elected officials. He stated, "Voters sent us to Washington to do our jobs and govern. Keeping the government open and operational is the bare minimum of our responsibilities."

The 45-day stopgap funding bill covers several crucial areas, including the payment of troops, the maintenance of federal airspace operations, the extension of the National Flood Insurance Program authorization, and funding for federal disaster relief for victims of the Hawaii fires and Florida hurricanes.

Highlighting the urgency of the situation, Congressman Rutherford urged the Senate to pass the bill promptly for the benefit of the American people. He added, "I urge the Senate to swiftly pass this bill for the American people, so that we can get back to work passing all 12 conservative appropriations bills that make record cuts to federal spending, impose important oversight of the Biden Administration, and secure the border."

The passage of the 45-day stopgap funding bill is seen as a crucial step in maintaining the functioning of the government and ensuring the well-being of the nation. It provides a temporary solution while Congress continues to work on passing comprehensive appropriations bills that address various aspects of federal spending and oversight.

For more information on Congressman John Rutherford and his efforts, please visit his official website: https://rutherford.house.gov/.

To learn more about the 45-day stopgap funding bill and its implications, visit the official website of the House of Representatives: https://www.house.gov/.