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‘American workers, job creators, and middle-class families are enjoying one of their best economic moments in a long time. And it is thanks in part to Republicans’ economic agenda, which is getting Washington’s foot off the brake. So I’m proud that this week’s appropriations bill will give American servicemembers a raise. And I’m also proud that our healthy economy is giving a raise to millions more Americans. And Republican policies are helping make it happen.’

‘Because of the leadership of Chairman Shelby, Senator Leahy, and our subcommittee chairs and ranking members, all 12 appropriations bills for this fiscal year were reported out prior to the July 4th recess. The process was so bipartisan that, cumulatively across all twelve bills, the committee votes were 363 to nine. Here on the floor, we’ve already approved -- with bipartisan support -- measures to fund Energy and Water Development, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Interior, Environment, Agriculture, and other priorities.’

‘We pressed on, and got tax reform and so many other pro-growth policies done for the American people. And now, unlike our friends across the aisle, we are still talking about these victories -- practically every day. American enterprise, American ingenuity, and the talent and work ethic of our people are what made these headlines happen. Republicans are just proud we could play a part, by getting Washington’s foot off the brake and leaving them more free to build their lives and pursue their happiness.’

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