Walter B. Jones: “many Americans mistakenly associate April 15 with the end of their financial obligation to the Government. Some believe…”

“many Americans mistakenly associate April 15 with the end of their financial obligation to the Government. Some believe Tax Freedom Day is a day which marks the end of our financial obligation to pay for the cost of government. Unfortunately, it takes until July 3, more than half the year, to free yourself and your family from the heavy hand of the Government's costs. The average American will be working 183 days this year to pay for the ever-growing spending and regulations that originate from this town every year. According to the Americans for Tax Reform Foundation, Government spending at all levels equals more than $3.5 trillion. The resolution of the gentleman from Texas [Mr. DeLay] sends a message to American taxpayers that this Congress understands their burden and we are committed to doing everything possible to deliver tax relief as well as relief from the web of regulations that burden so many Americans each year. I urge my colleagues to support resolution 102.”