Stopping President Biden’s Runaway Spending |
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The Fiscal Responsibility Act is the single largest deficit reduction package in our nation’s history, which is why as a strong conservative I joined with many of my conservative colleagues like Jim Jordan and Thomas Massie in supporting the bill. There has unfortunately been a great deal of misinformation spread about the bill, which is why I want to set the record straight. This legislation will deliver billions in immediate savings and take concrete steps to reduce our spending and hold Joe Biden accountable moving forward. It is an important part of restoring fiscal responsibility and accountability in Washington.
What's in the bill? It includes the largest recission of misappropriated funds ever, clawing back billions of dollars from wasteful Democrat programs and returning it to the American people. This bill also freezes non-defense discretionary spending for 2023 and limits future spending to 1% growth. This, again, is the first time Congress has ever curbed and capped non-defense discretionary federal spending at this level. The bill also reclaims unspent COVID funds, eliminates funding for Joe Biden’s new army of IRS auditors, zeros out taxpayer funding to China through the Global Health Fund, and implements new work requirements for federal benefits to boost employment and accountability.
Joe Biden’s excessive spending and irresponsible policies have put our nation on the brink of an unprecedented economic crisis. By implementing these spending cuts and achieving these important fiscal reforms, we are holding the White House and Senate Democrats accountable. There is much more work to be done, and this legislation marks the start of the process, not the end of it. As we move next to the appropriations process, we will focus intently on further spending reduction. House Republicans will continue to lead the way to limit out-of-control spending, save taxpayer dollars, reduce taxes, and grow our economy.
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The World Health Organization is a failed entity that caters to the Chinese Communist Party. Now, our adversaries are even serving in leadership roles - North Korea was just elected to the WHO's executive board.
This madness needs to stop, which is why earlier this year, I co-sponsored legislation to promote transparency and defund the WHO. The WHO Withdrawal Act requires the President of the United States to remove the United States from the WHO and prevents taxpayer dollars from being used to fund the organization. This legislation would codify President Trump’s decision in 2020 to leave the WHO, which was reversed by President Biden. I also support the No Taxpayer Funding for the World Health Organization Act, which halts any assessed or voluntary contributions from the United States to the WHO.
The WHO is beyond reform, and it is crucial that we immediately withdraw the United States from this agency.
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Continuing to Fight for Our Small Businesses |
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Instead of supporting Main Street businesses, Joe Biden’s policies have led to record-high inflation and a weaponized bureaucracy that are making it impossible for too many small businesses to grow, thrive, and compete.
We must reduce our bureaucracy, rein in the IRS, and restore accountability to government to support small businesses. I will always fight for small businesses and working families.
I recently joined Fox Business to talk about how this Republican House Majority is supporting small businesses. Watch here or at the link above. |
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Transparency in Congress and a well-informed electorate are vital to preserving our self-governing Constitutional Republic. My constituents deserve to know how their members of Congress vote, which is why I have explained every vote I have cast in Congress since I was first elected.
To read more about my votes and see the full list with explanations of all the legislation considered this week by the House, please click here.
- I voted “Yes” on H. Res. 382, Condemning the rise of anti-Semitism and calling on elected officials to identify and educate others on the contributions of the Jewish American community. While anti-Semitism continues to rise throughout our country, some leaders continue to spew vile anti-Semitic comments, which stoke hatred against Jewish Americans. Recently, a CUNY Law graduation speaker used anti-Semitic tropes to criticize Israel. This resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' clear and unambiguous condemnation of anti-Semitism and calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society to condemn anti-Semitism as well. This bill passed by a vote of 429-0.
- I voted “Yes” on H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act, an agreement that reins in the Biden administration’s out-of-control spending, protects vital services for our nation’s seniors, veterans, and military personnel, defends small businesses and hardworking families from aggressive IRS overreach, and addresses our nation’s worker shortage. The Fiscal Responsibility Act is the single largest deficit reduction package in our nation’s history. It will deliver billions in immediate savings and takes concrete steps to reduce our spending and hold Joe Biden accountable. This bill includes the largest recission of misappropriated funds ever, clawing back billions of dollars from wasteful Democrat programs and returning it to the American people. This bill also freezes non-defense discretionary spending for 2023 and limits future spending to 1% growth, the first time Congress has curbed and capped non-defense discretionary federal spending at this level. The bill also reclaims unspent COVID funds, eliminates funding for Joe Biden’s new army of IRS auditors, zeros out taxpayer funding to China through the Global Health Fund, and implements new work requirements for federal benefits to boost employment and enhance accountability. There is much more work to be done, and this legislation marks the start of the process, not the end of it. House Republicans will continue to lead the way to limit out-of-control spending, save taxpayer dollars, reduce taxes, and grow our economy. This bill passed the House by a vote of 314-117.
- I voted “Yes” on H.R. 2797, the Equal Opportunity for All Investor Act of 2023. To protect ordinary investors, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) often requires a person or entity to be accredited to participate in riskier private security offerings. However, the income and wealth requirements to receive this accreditation often leave out capable investors from accessing these potentially lucrative investments. This bill will create a new pathway for accreditation, allowing potential investors to take an exam administered by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). We should not let our financial system be held back by arbitrary rules and restrictions. This bill passed by a vote of 383-18.
- I voted “Yes” on H.R. 2792, the Small Entity Update Act. Over the past few years the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has passed numerous reporting requirements and rules that have placed large compliance costs on small businesses. In response, this legislation will require the SEC to consider compliance costs for small and growing businesses to ensure they are not overly burdensome. It is important we do not let government bloat and bureaucratic overreach hold small businesses back. This bill passed by a vote of 367-8.
- I voted “Yes” on H.R. 2795, the Enhancing Multi-Class Disclosures Act. Many corporations have multiple classes of stock, allowing different categories of stockholders to have different corporate voting rights. This bill will protect these stockholders, ensuring they receive more uniform information in proxy materials without prohibiting this form of share structure. It is an important step toward ensuring strong corporate governance and stockholder rights. This bill passed by a vote of 347-30.
- I voted “Yes” on H.R. 2796, the Promoting Opportunities for Non-Traditional Capital Formation Act. In our current economy, access to capital is often far too concentrated, with cities like New York, San Francisco, and Boston receiving a vast majority of private equity financing, leaving the rest of the country behind. This reduces opportunity, innovation, wealth creation, and dynamic, healthy markets. In response, this bill will require the SEC’s Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation to provide educational resources and host events to promote capital-raising options for traditionally underrepresented and rural small businesses. It will ensure we educate these businesses on how they can access financing to grow their market share and take advantage of market opportunities. This bill passed the House by a vote of 309-67.
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Honoring our Veterans in Penn Yan |
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It was an honor to speak at the Memorial Day parade in Penn Yan on Monday. Yates County and so many others across #NY24 hosted such moving tributes to those men and women who gave their lives for our nation.
May God Bless their memory, their families, and our nation!
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Enjoying the Windmill Farm & Craft Market |
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It was great to be back at the Windmill Farm & Craft Market this past weekend! It truly is a gem. Over 15,000 visitors enjoyed the crafts, produce, and events at last weekend's market. If you haven't ever visited, I would highly encourage it!
Thank you to the leadership team for showing me around and discussing how we can continue to collaborate to keep the Windmill thriving in Yates County.
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Toured Waterloo Container |
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I recently visited Waterloo Container in Waterloo, New York! Waterloo Container is the #1 bottle distributor for the Finger Lakes.
As you know, the Finger Lakes are home to one of the most premier wine destinations in the country. Our vineyards continue to produce the best, and because of Waterloo Container, they are packaged by the best!
Thank you to the entire team for inviting me to tour this incredible facility. I appreciated the opportunity to visit and learn more about their operations.
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Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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