Washington, D.C. – The following can be attributed to Congressman Steve Austria (R-Beavercreek)

“Last November, the American people sent a powerful message to Congress: cut the wasteful Washington spending and support policies that will create long-term, sustainable jobs in places like Ohio. While I appreciate the President talking about cuts, actions – and inactions – speak louder than words. Tonight, the President talked a lot about ‘investments,’ but if this is just a plan for another stimulus spending bill I can assure you that the American people will not accept that. Another failed stimulus is not the answer – we must focus on helping the private sector create long-term, sustainable jobs.

“As a member of the Appropriations Committee, we intend to rid the budget of wasteful Washington spending. I am hopeful that we can work together with the President to move a fiscally-responsible budget forward.”

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