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On the recordApril 9, 2025
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this legislation that will unlock the critical work the American people elected us to do. Let's not forget that the only reason we are in this position to be working on such important legislation is because of President Donald Trump. President Trump's message resonated with the American people, and they elected him in historic numbers. They delivered Republican majorities in the House and the Senate because they want Congress to deliver on the promises we made. Today, it is time for us to act so that we can get on with the real work in our committees. In passing this budget framework, we are unlocking the process to deliver on unleashing American energy production, permanently securing our southern and northern borders, and making tax cuts permanent for small businesses and working families. If we fail, every American will see the largest tax increase in American history. Just days away from tax day, this is as important a time as any to put the American people first. We cannot fail the hardworking Americans who are trusting us to get this done or the small businesses that rely on consistency in our tax code. President Trump has fully secured our border and eliminated over $100 billion in government spending on waste, fraud, and abuse. My Democratic colleagues speak of confusion, as we have heard today. Let me remove some of that confusion.…
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Kevin Hern
Republican · Oklahoma

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