Cole Celebrates Passage of Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after his legislation, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025, to keep the government operational and continue support for Americans passed the House of Representatives:

“The choice before us was simple: you either support keeping the government open and working for the American people - or you want a reckless government shutdown. House Republicans acted to meet the nation’s fiscal deadline. My vote reflects a steadfast commitment to continuing operations for our military, veterans, Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid, child nutrition, public safety, and other critical services relied on by our constituents. I’m also proud to have supported the largest pay raise for our brave junior enlisted heroes since President Reagan. With no poison pills or unrelated riders, the bill is a straightforward extension of funding and certainty for the nation. We asked for Democrats to join us at the table. Instead, they sat at the joint address, sat on the sidelines, and sat in their general contempt for President Trump. It is ironic that by rejecting all the priorities this stopgap put forward, they are showing exactly where they do stand. I ask the Senate to act on this bill quickly and ensure responsible governance,” said Congressman Cole.

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