Daines Statement on Vote to Reopen Government, Postpone Debt Ceiling

Statement

Congressman Steve Daines released the following statement after this evening's vote on legislation to fund the federal government through January 15, 2014 and suspend the debt limit through February 7, 2014:

"I am pleased that the government will reopen tomorrow and that we've postponed the debt ceiling crisis, while also retaining the largest spending cuts in a generation and preventing individuals from fraudulently receiving Obamacare subsidies. However, as I've talked with the people of Montana, it's clear that another band-aid is not the solution to our country's long term fiscal problems. The government needs to reopen, and we can't risk default on our obligations. But I am deeply frustrated that this vote virtually guarantees that in just a few short months, we'll be back at square one, facing another debt ceiling crisis. This was a missed opportunity to address our nation's debt crisis and engage in a much-needed conversation about long-term reforms and real solutions that deal with our spending and balance the budget.

"When the people of Montana elected me as their voice in Congress, I promised them that I would work to solve the tough problems facing our country, and I remain focused on these goals. Montanans want long-term reforms and real solutions, not more of Washington's persistent failures to resolve its spending addiction. Going forward, my objectives will remain the same: repeal Obamacare, oppose tax increases and curb federal spending."

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