Joyce Votes To Keep Government Open, Avoid Harmful Shutdown

<p><strong>WASHINGTON, D.C. –&nbsp;</strong>Today, Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026. This bill provides continued levels of funding for federal agencies and prevents a government shutdown through November 21, 2025, while longer-term negotiations continue.</p>

<p>“The continuing resolution (CR) passed by the House today is a necessary step to keep the government open and continue the appropriations process. While this is not an ideal situation, I could not in good conscience allow a costly government shutdown that would leave our servicemembers&nbsp;without pay,&nbsp;delay benefits for veterans and seniors, and disrupt critical federal services that millions of Americans rely on every day.”</p>

<p>“As Chairman of the House Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee, I remain committed to working with my colleagues to pass all twelve individual appropriations bills to responsibly fund the federal government. I supported this CR to allow&nbsp;more time for&nbsp;these bills, which&nbsp;have already been marked up and passed out of committee,&nbsp;to be negotiated and finalized.&nbsp;While this measure provides temporary relief, it is essential that we complete the appropriations process and restore fiscal responsibility.”</p>

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