Hello John,

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On Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of the fiscal year. This is a crucial step forward, but now the responsibility lies with the Senate to act swiftly and pass the bill.

• Why is this so important? Without this resolution, government funding will expire at midnight tomorrow, triggering a shutdown that will delay work on extending Trump’s tax cuts.

Plus, nonessential government services would come to a halt, while essential workers in sectors like defense, energy, and agriculture would continue working without pay — though they would receive back pay once a budget is approved.

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At its core, this particular CR is more than just a stopgap measure to fund the government for six months — it’s about preserving stability and addressing the critical issues that matter to Americans.

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Even more pressing, failure to pass the CR risks triggering the largest tax increase in American history.

As President Trump noted: “Conservatives will love this Bill, because it sets us up to cut Taxes and Spending in Reconciliation, all while effectively FREEZING Spending this year.”

Passing the CR allows Congress to focus on what truly matters: extending the 2017 Trump tax cuts, which are set to expire at the end of this year. The sooner the CR is resolved, the sooner lawmakers can turn their attention to preventing a massive tax hike for millions of Americans.

The Senate’s role and the challenge ahead

The Senate remains a significant obstacle. To pass the CR by tomorrow’s midnight deadline, 60 votes are needed to overcome a filibuster, but some lawmakers seem hesitant to do their part.

Last week, MSNBC highlighted one person who claimed many lawmakers feel they have a “mandate” to let the government shut down.

This is unfortunate. Congress’ only mandate right now should be to tackle the nation’s most pressing challenges, starting with avoiding a tax hike that could impact millions of families if the 2017 tax cuts are allowed to expire.

Why we need better solutions

In the grand scheme of things, CRs are an unsustainable way to govern. They deepen partisan divides, disrupt government operations, and freeze spending, blocking new initiatives.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: If CRs are bad, why do we want Congress to pass this one?

The simple answer is that halfway through the fiscal year and with so much else for Congress to do, the CR is a legislative distraction we do not need.

We are pushing legislation that would stop the use of CRs by automatically extending current funding levels while Congress finalizes appropriations bills and keeps Congress in session until it enacts them all. But until that time comes, we have to play the hand we’re dealt.

What’s at stake

Passing the CR and tackling the 2017 tax cuts head-on will provide much-needed certainty — not just for markets but for millions of Americans trying to plan their financial futures. It’s time to move past this annual funding drama and focus on sustainable solutions.

Your voice matters. Urge Congress to prioritize extending the 2017 tax cuts and avoid the devastating consequences of inaction.

Let’s advocate for meaningful reform and support efforts to strengthen our economy for the long term.

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Best,

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Joe Eule

Americans for Prosperity

Americans for Prosperity believes freedom and opportunity are the keys to unleashing prosperity for all. We are a community of millions of concerned citizens advocating for solutions based on proven principles to tackle the country's most critical challenges.