WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding Senate Passage of a package of domestic appropriations bills:
“I am glad we took this important step forward, and I hope it signifies a return to a more normal appropriations process. I voted for this package because it helps our farmers, invests in Native American communities, improves infrastructure development, and ensures our scientific and environmental programs are properly funded. I now urge my Democratic colleagues to continue this progress by backing away from their plan to block funding for our nation’s military.”
Below is more information on what was included in today’s appropriations package, provided by the Senate Appropriations Committee:
The FY2020 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) funding bill includes $70.833 billion for investments to support law enforcement, economic prosperity, scientific research, space exploration, and other national priorities. Click here for the full summary.
The FY2020 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies funding bill, which will support federal agriculture and nutrition programs. Click here for the full summary.
The FY2020 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies funding bill includes $35.8 billion for the U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Forest Service, Environmental Protection Agency, Indian Health Service, and other agencies. Click here for the full summary.
The FY2020 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies funding bill provides $74.3 billion to improve transportation infrastructure development, housing assistance, and community development. Click here for the full summary.
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