Black Statement on Temporary Lapse in Government Appropriations

Washington – Today, Congressman Diane Black (R-TN-06) issued the following statement on the temporary lapse in government appropriations:

“My colleagues and I in the House have worked tirelessly to reach a deal that would have averted any disruptions in federal government services, while the Democrat-led Senate has used party line procedural tactics to sidestep debate on these important House passed funding bills. The House has acted multiple times to keep the government open and make sure Members of Congress are treated just like hardworking Americans across this country. Unfortunately, the Democrat-led Senate voted to shut the government down by choosing to give Members of Congress special treatment from Obamacare. It is unfair for the President to provide delays for big business, subsidies for the politically connected, and waivers for big unions without giving hardworking individuals and families the same break. My colleagues and I in the House remain committed to negotiating a solution, but we need a dance partner. Senate Democrats need to abandon their obstructionist tactics and work with House Republicans to resolve this problem immediately.”