Rep. Sherrill Votes to Avert Government Shutdown

Statement

Washington, DC -- Today, Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement on her vote for the Continuing Resolution:

"Today, the House passed an important Continuing Resolution to ensure we keep our government open and ensure we continue delivering for the American people. This funding package also includes crucial emergency funding for our communities that are still reeling from the devastating floods that hit northern New Jersey earlier this month.

"We know that government shutdowns impact the entire economy and families across New Jersey and the country. When I was sworn into Congress in 2019, we were in the midst of the longest government shutdown in history which is estimated to have cost the economy $11 billion due to reduced economic activity.

"Today, with this vote, we avoided a similar fate and I will always fight against using government shutdowns as a partisan, political tool. I'm also proud to have provided critical emergency funds for disaster relief in my state."

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