Yuba-Sutter Times

Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) expressed his views on the partial 2024 spending package after it was supported in today's appropriations vote. The package, which reduces overall spending from last year's level by $2.5 billion and cuts over $20 billion from the IRS, was commended by LaMalfa for its approach to domestic spending and military preparedness.

In his statement, LaMalfa highlighted the efforts made by House Republicans to reduce domestic spending while prioritizing funding for the military and veterans. He mentioned, "We clawed back billions in partisan spending, cut back on foreign aid, eliminated UNWRA funds that had been used by Hamas, while continuing to help our close ally, Israel."

The Congressman also expressed concerns about the potential consequences of not passing this spending package, stating, "If this round failed, then the next bill would only get worse for those of us that want to hold the line on spending as well as stop DEI and transgender craziness, especially in the military package."

Despite acknowledging that there are aspects of the spending package that he dislikes, LaMalfa emphasized the importance of the appropriations process and public scrutiny. He noted, "At least it went through the Appropriations process and was seen by the public."

In conclusion, LaMalfa reflected on the challenges posed by a divided House and Senate, led by Schumer and Biden respectively, and the necessity of passing a responsible spending bill to avoid a harmful shutdown. He stated, "With a Schumer led Senate and Biden White House, this is what we could responsibly pass in this divided House and Senate in what we got done today, instead of a costly and harmful shutdown."

Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a lifelong farmer representing California's First Congressional District, including Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, Sutter, Tehama, and Yuba Counties, provided a detailed perspective on the appropriations vote and the implications of the partial 2024 spending package.