Newhouse Statement on Passage of Continuing Resolution Preventing Government Shutdown

March 11, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon passage of H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 with a bipartisan vote of 217-213. “As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, a continuing resolution is never my first choice in ensuring the federal government remains funded. However, it is clear that the only option left before us to avoid a lengthy government shutdown is to pass a clean bill for the remainder of the fiscal year. We must prevent pausing the essential services our government provides to those in need. I am focused getting to work with my colleagues on the Appropriations Committee to start the new fiscal year appropriations process and deliver on our promise to strengthen our economy, reduce waste and abuse, and get our fiscal house in order before it is too late.” Full resolution text can be found here. ### Issues : Spending and Economy