Press Release

Today, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) released a statement after voting to pass a bipartisan continuing resolution to avoid a government shutdown and fund the government through December 20th. The legislation passed by a vote of 341-82 on the House floor.

“This afternoon, I joined a strong bipartisan majority of my colleagues to ensure that our government remains open to serve the American people.

“While today’s vote provides critical funding to the Secret Service, ensuring the agency has the necessary resources to safeguard our political process, and supports veterans’ programs and other essential services, governing from continuing resolution to continuing resolution is no way to operate Congress.

“Despite dysfunctional House Republican leadership, I will continue working with responsible lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to pass a full budget that addresses our nation’s most-pressing challenges and provides stability for families, businesses, and communities.”