House Appropriations Committee supports HR 5371 to extend government funding until November 21
September 19, 2025 | Appropriations: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
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The U.S. House Committee on Appropriations convened on September 19, 2025, to discuss Chairman Cole's remarks regarding H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extension Act of 2026. The meeting focused on the critical need for government funding and the importance of maintaining operations to serve the American public.
Chairman Cole emphasized the responsibility of Congress to ensure the government remains open and functional. He highlighted the diligent efforts of the House Appropriations Committee over the past year, noting that they successfully delivered all 12 regular appropriation bills out of committee and passed three of these bills, which account for over 60% of discretionary spending.
A significant point of discussion was the ongoing negotiations for a bipartisan agreement, which Cole described as being within reach. He presented the continuing resolution (CR) as a necessary measure to extend funding until November 21, allowing time for further negotiations and the completion of the appropriations process. Cole characterized the CR as a "clean, short-term stopgap" that would protect the progress made for fiscal year 2026 and restore regular order to the appropriations process.
Cole urged his colleagues to support the CR, arguing that it would provide essential security measures for all branches of government and sustain critical services for constituents. He criticized any potential government shutdown, stating it would hinder the work on full-year bills and negatively impact the American people.
In closing, Chairman Cole called for bipartisan cooperation, asserting that both parties are more effective when they negotiate rather than engage in partisan conflicts. He urged all members to act decisively to keep the government open and serve the needs of the American public.
Chairman Cole emphasized the responsibility of Congress to ensure the government remains open and functional. He highlighted the diligent efforts of the House Appropriations Committee over the past year, noting that they successfully delivered all 12 regular appropriation bills out of committee and passed three of these bills, which account for over 60% of discretionary spending.
A significant point of discussion was the ongoing negotiations for a bipartisan agreement, which Cole described as being within reach. He presented the continuing resolution (CR) as a necessary measure to extend funding until November 21, allowing time for further negotiations and the completion of the appropriations process. Cole characterized the CR as a "clean, short-term stopgap" that would protect the progress made for fiscal year 2026 and restore regular order to the appropriations process.
Cole urged his colleagues to support the CR, arguing that it would provide essential security measures for all branches of government and sustain critical services for constituents. He criticized any potential government shutdown, stating it would hinder the work on full-year bills and negatively impact the American people.
In closing, Chairman Cole called for bipartisan cooperation, asserting that both parties are more effective when they negotiate rather than engage in partisan conflicts. He urged all members to act decisively to keep the government open and serve the needs of the American public.
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