Smucker Supports Appropriations Bills Which Rein In Growth of Spending

WASHINGTON—Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11), Vice Chair of the House Budget Committee, voted in favor of H.R. 7147 and 7148, the remaining appropriations legislation for fiscal year 2026 and released the following statement: 

“The House of Representatives passed appropriations legislation that takes an important step in changing our nation's fiscal trajectory by ending the unchecked growth of government spending. These bills responsibly fund essential government operations, reduce waste, and respect American taxpayers. 

"By passing the remaining appropriations legislation for the fiscal year, House Republicans have made significant progress toward restoring regular order.  While much work remains to address our nation’s nearly $39 trillion and growing debt, returning to regular order will further help Congress make more fiscally responsible decisions. 

"Completing the appropriations process through an open and transparent committee process is an important step forward in an era when Congress averages enacting five continuing resolutions a year. I thank Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole as well as the House Republican Leadership for their efforts.”