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Rep. Troy E. Nehls, a Republican congressman from Texas, has voted in favor of a Continuing Resolution that aims to prevent a government shutdown. The resolution, which has been passed by the House of Representatives, would extend funding for various appropriations until early 2024.

In a statement, Congressman Nehls highlighted the efforts of House Republicans in leading the fight against excessive government spending. He emphasized the importance of denying the Senate Democrats, Senate Republicans, and the White House the opportunity to push through a bloated and unscrutinized omnibus bill before the holidays.

"The House Republicans continue to lead the government spending fight by putting forth legislation that denies Senate Democrats, Senate Republicans, and the White House the opportunity to jam the American people with a bloated, un-scrutinized omnibus before the holidays," said Congressman Nehls.

Congressman Nehls also drew attention to the disparity between the House and the Senate in terms of passing appropriations bills. He stated that the House has already passed seven appropriations bills, accounting for 75% of federal spending. In contrast, the Senate, led by Chuck Schumer, has only passed three appropriations bills, accounting for 17% of federal spending.

"The Republican conference is ungovernable, and we are certainly not in this situation because of Speaker Johnson," Congressman Nehls added.

The passing of the Continuing Resolution ensures that a government shutdown is avoided. This is crucial to prevent adverse consequences such as the non-payment of salaries to the nation's servicemembers, cancellation of flights during the busiest travel season, and the Senate overwhelming the House with a massive and unchecked Christmas omnibus spending bill.

Congressman Nehls' support for the resolution reflects his commitment to responsible governance and the welfare of the American people. The extension of funding until early 2024 provides stability and allows for continued functioning of vital government programs.

With the passage of this Continuing Resolution, the House takes a proactive step in maintaining the smooth operation of the government while ensuring proper scrutiny of spending bills. The resolution now awaits further action in the Senate, where bipartisan cooperation will be crucial in ensuring its timely approval.

As the deadline for funding approaches, it is imperative for both chambers of Congress to work together and reach a consensus that serves the best interests of the American people. The efforts of Congressman Nehls and his colleagues in the House reflect their dedication to finding responsible solutions and avoiding unnecessary disruptions to government operations.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://nehls.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-troy-e-nehls-votes-prevent-avoidable-government-shutdown