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Mar 14, 2012 Press Release

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Mar 12, 2012 Press Release

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Mar 2, 2012 Press Release
“Norm Dicks and I have been friends and colleagues for many years, and I have rarely had the chance to work with someone of his decency, strong work ethic, jovial character, and honesty."
Feb 13, 2012 Press Release
“The Appropriations Committee will take a close look at the President’s budget request, and is prepared to work with the Administration in areas of mutual interest. However, the President’s budget falls exceptionally short in many critical areas – including a lack of any substantive proposal for mandatory and entitlement spending reform."
Feb 8, 2012 Press Release
"Not only does the Line-Item Veto fly in the face of our Constitution and the Framers’ protections, but budget experts also doubt its effectiveness as a spending reduction tool."
Dec 16, 2011 Press Release
House Appropriations Chairman Hal Rogers today praised the passage of the Conference Report on the Consolidated Appropriations Act of Fiscal Year 2012 (House Report 112-331) – the final funding legislation of the year. The report passed on a vote of 296-121.
Dec 16, 2011 Statements
"This report and the disaster aid spending package signify the end of the road for the Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriations cycle – helping to avoid a potential government shutdown and supporting vital programs and services the American people rely on."
Dec 15, 2011 Press Release
House Appropriations Chairman Hal Rogers has announced that the final fiscal year 2012 Appropriations legislation will move forward with the approval of House and Senate conferees.
Dec 15, 2011 Press Release
House Appropriations Chairman Hal Rogers has announced that the final fiscal year 2012 Appropriations legislation has been introduced in the House. This package of legislation will provide critical funds for national security, one of the most basic responsibilities of the federal government. The bill will also prevent a potential government shutdown, support important domestic programs and services that the American people rely on, and make significant policy changes that will help rein in government overreach and help put the economy on more stable footing.
Dec 8, 2011 Statements
"All told, we are on track to reduce overall discretionary spending by nearly $93 billion compared to Fiscal Year 2010 – continuing the downward trend towards accountable, responsible levels that will help address our deficits and spur economic growth and job creation."

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