INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 21,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Legion National
Commander James A. LaCoursiere, Jr. issued the following
statement today concerning passage of a continuing resolution to
fund the federal government into
March:
"The American Legion is glad that sanity has prevailed in
Congress and our troops no longer must worry about their pay being
delayed, veterans can be confident that their benefits will not be
cut, and the American people can receive the government services
that their taxes fund. It never should have come to this point.
Congress has a constitutional responsibility to fund our
government. It should not come down to the final hours. This does
not send an image of responsible governance to our adversaries.
During the last prolonged shutdown, members of the Coast Guard had
their pay delayed. This was a disgrace, and Congress needs to pass
legislation ensuring that this never happens again. Continuing
resolutions, though better than a shutdown, do not solve the bigger
problems of uncertainty and paralysis. Congress needs to put the
American people above partisan politics and pass a budget!"
About The American Legion
The American Legion , the nation's largest veterans
organization, is dedicated to the motto of "Veterans Strengthening
America." Chartered by Congress in 1919, The American Legion is
committed to mentoring youth and sponsoring wholesome community
programs, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting a strong
national security and continued devotion to servicemembers and
veterans. It has made suicide prevention its top priority through
its Be the One mission. Nearly 1.6 million members in more than
12,000 posts across the nation and regions overseas serve their
communities with a devotion to mutual helpfulness.
Media contact: Henry Howard,
hhoward@legion.org, 317.630-1289
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