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WASHINGTON—U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) has voted against H.R. 6363, the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act. This short-term continuing resolution (CR) aims to maintain the Democrats' unsustainable spending levels and fails to address the crisis at the southern border.

In a statement, Congressman Bean expressed his concerns about the current state of the nation's finances and the lack of action being taken by Congress. He stated, "America is on a collision course, and it is irresponsible to avoid making the tough decisions necessary to return our nation to a path of economic prosperity. Yet, that's exactly what Congress continues to do."

One of the key issues Congressman Bean highlighted was the failure of this spending bill to address the immediate national security threat posed by the broken and porous southern border. He emphasized the danger of fentanyl pouring across the border, resulting in the death of 300 Americans every day. According to Congressman Bean, "This short-term spending bill does nothing to address our most immediate national security threat—our broken, porous southern border and the fentanyl pouring across it, killing 300 Americans every day. Instead, it kicks the can down the road and continues to put our nation on the path of fiscal ruin."

Furthermore, Congressman Bean stressed the urgency of addressing the nation's unsustainable debt, which now surpasses $33 trillion. He argued that the Biden-Pelosi spending levels are unsustainable and pointed out the responsibility of ensuring a financially stable future for the next generation. Congressman Bean stated, "As our debt surpasses a staggering $33 trillion, it has never been more apparent that our nation cannot sustain Biden-Pelosi spending levels for one more day, let alone 77 days. We owe it to our children and our grandchildren to do something about our unsustainable debt and leave them a nation that is financially stable. We cannot ask the next generation to pay for the greed of today."

H.R. 6363, the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, passed with a vote of 336-95. The bill is expected to extend current spending levels for the federal government through February 2, 2024.

Congressman Bean's rejection of this spending measure highlights his concerns about the nation's financial stability and the need for responsible decision-making. As the country continues to grapple with economic challenges and national security threats, it remains to be seen how Congress will address these pressing issues in the coming months.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://bean.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bean-rejects-reckless-spending-measure