Mark Takano: “The plain truth is that military families depend on programs like SNAP and WIC to make ends meet. I have been working…”

“The plain truth is that military families depend on programs like SNAP and WIC to make ends meet. I have been working with my Democratic colleagues over the last several months on ways to address the barriers faced by veterans to access important services like SNAP and housing vouchers. We should be focused on increasing access rather than looking to undermine or cut services for veterans. The plain truth is just that the threat of a government shutdown, the uncertainty created by the House Republicans' inability to govern creates unknowns and stress for our servicemembers and families. We should be providing predictability and stability to those who serve. Instead, the Speaker can't even tell us what funding measures we will be voting on this week. This looming shutdown is a self-inflicted wound by the House majority, who are choosing politics over the responsibilities of governance. Mr. Speaker, the impact of this shutdown will be felt worldwide by military and veteran families. Mr. Speaker, S. 2795 is a good bill and I urge its support by all my colleagues. It is impossible to pass this legislation, which we should do, without recognizing what House Republicans aren't doing. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.”