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Wilson Votes to Keep the Government Functioning

December 12, 2014

(Washington, DC) – Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) issued the following statement after the House passed a funding bill to keep the government open through the remainder of the fiscal year, which ends on September 30, 2016.

"The passage of today's bill is a tremendous victory for Republicans as it reins in Washington's out of control spending. I have made it very clear that the President's unlawful and big government policies must be stopped. Today's legislation offers no new funding for Obamacare and does not allocate resources for the Administration to offer amnesty to millions of illegal aliens. Instead, it dramatically reduces the IRS' budget, provides for our national security, and promotes energy independence.

"South Carolina specifically benefits from the passage of this bill. Keeping the government's doors open prevents furloughs of dedicated staff and provides stability for the vital national security missions at the Savannah River Site. It also supports the thousands of military families at Fort Jackson and surrounding bases in the Palmetto State.

"In a few weeks, the House and Senate will have a tremendous opportunity to restore our economy and reverse the Administration's restrictions upon our freedoms. It all starts with making tough choices and I am confident that as we move forward both Chambers will work together for limited government and expanded freedom. "