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Buchanan Votes Against Congressional Pay Raise

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Date: June 28, 2007
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Legislative Branch


BUCHANAN VOTES AGAINST CONGRESSIONAL PAY RAISE

Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL 13) voted last night against a congressional pay raise, saying until Congress gets spending under control it does not deserve a salary hike.

"Every family in America has to live within its means, why should the federal government be any different," Buchanan said, noting the federal deficit is $176 billion and the national debt is $8.8 trillion. "Congress should not get a pay raise until it shows the discipline necessary to balance the budget and reduce the debt."

The House voted 244-181 to approve a $4,460 annual raise, bringing congressional salaries to $170,000. Buchanan voted against the raise.


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