Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026

Floor Speech

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Mrs. KIM of California. Mr. Speaker, history has shown that government shutdowns accomplish nothing.

The last major shutdown cost our economy $11 billion, delayed wages for Federal workers, and disrupted businesses that hardworking Americans rely on.

This isn't a partisan issue. Keeping our government open means protecting servicemembers, honoring veterans, supporting mothers and infants, keeping our border secure, and helping small businesses access the loans they need.

As we approach the government funding deadline, I support this clean, short-term continuing resolution. It prevents a costly shutdown, preserves progress on appropriations, and gives Congress time to finish the job responsibly. We were not sent here to play political games with people's livelihoods. A shutdown doesn't score points. It only hurts those we serve.

Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to do the right thing, put the American people first, and support this measure.

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