Van Hollen Statement on Vote to Avert Shutdown

Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) released the following statement on his vote to pass a continuing resolution to keep the federal government running through December 20, allowing more time to complete full fiscal year 2025 appropriations legislation.

“I’m encouraged that we have been able to come together in a bipartisan manner to prevent a government shutdown that would have needlessly disrupted essential government services and left tens of thousands of federal employees working in Maryland without pay. When we return to finish our fiscal year 2025 funding legislation, House Republicans must stay on this bipartisan course so we can get the job done by the end of the calendar year. Delaying any further would be a great disservice to the American people.

“As part of the next funding package, Team Maryland’s top priority will be ensuring 100 percent federal support for the replacement of the Key Bridge. We have been there for other states during their times of need, and we’re urging our colleagues to stand with us now.”