On the recordDecember 7, 2017
I thank the gentleman for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in full support of the second fiscal year 2018 continuing resolution this year, which will fund the Federal Government through December 22 of this year. This bill is a necessary measure to continue vital government programs and services. It also prevents uncertainty and harm in a shutdown. This year, the committee worked at a historic pace to produce and then pass all 12 bills to fund the government. Chairman Frelinghuysen should be recognized for this feat of leadership. It is important that we eventually send these bills to the President's desk. As chairman of the State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee, I want to highlight that the funding provided in our bill supports continued leadership by the U.S. and advances our national security and economic interests. This funding is critical to addressing the many challenges that we face around the world. Mr. Speaker, while CRs are never our preferred course of action, the bill before us today will give us more time to complete our work with the Senate and put together a final bill that will support the American people. Our current continuing resolution expires tomorrow, so we must act today. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on the CR.
