Collins Votes for First Joint Balanced Budget Resolution Since 2001

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Congressman Doug Collins (GA09) voted today for the first joint budget resolution in six years, the first one to balance since 2001. The Congressional Balanced Budget Resolution, without raising taxes, would save $5 trillion over the next decade, dismantle Obamacare and reform other entitlement spending, driving a nearly $18 trillion national debt.

"After years of Harry Reid's obstructionism, Americans are hungry for real leadership and finally have it with new Republican majorities. We've presented a serious plan to reclaim our country's bright future," said Collins, a House Judiciary Committee member. "As a conservative, I'm especially happy that we saw significant tax and spending cuts into this House and Senate agreement."

He explained that the joint resolution instructs congressional funding committees to find cost savings and includes a powerful legislative tool known as reconciliation, which would prevent a Senate filibuster of an Obamacare overhaul. "The economy is still failing to produce enough good jobs," said Collins. "GDP grew at just .2 percent last quarter. I'd like to hear the president explain why he refuses to change course."

The Congressional Budget Office predicts the joint budget resolution would grow the economy by $400 million and add another 1.2 million jobs over ten years. It maintains 2011's discretionary spending caps. "This is a statement of priorities," said Collins."Mine is restoring opportunity for Northeast Georgians and families around the country, who have waited to long for an economic recovery."

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