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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Kentucky Representative John Yarmuth, Chair of the House Budget Committee, testified before the House Rules Committee in support of H.R. 1868, "To prevent across-the-board direct spending cuts, and for other purposes." Remarks as prepared are below:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Moments ago the U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (H.R. 1319), a reconciliation bill sponsored and spearheaded by House Budget Chairman John Yarmuth (D-KY-03) to deliver President Biden's American Rescue Plan. The legislation will provide critical COVID relief and economic support to the American people while addressing the twin health and economic crises facing the United States.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Kentucky Representative John Yarmuth, Chair of the House Budget Committee, testified before the House Rules Committee in support of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (H.R. 1319).Remarks as prepared are below: