[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 33 (Thursday, February 26, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E257]
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                DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING

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                           HON. JOYCE BEATTY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 26, 2015

  Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Speaker, we only have two more days before funding 
for the Department of Homeland Security runs out.
  Two days to ensure that our ports and borders are secure.
  Two days to keep our airports and skies safe.
  Two days to make sure our first responders are trained and protected.
  Mr. Speaker, the Majority leadership has decided to put our national 
security at risk and put the economic security of our public servants 
in jeopardy.
  40,000 border agents, 50,000 airport screeners, and 40,000 Coast 
Guard military members, who are essential workers, will continue to 
work without pay.
  While Congress continues to receive pay.
  That is no way to thank Americans who put themselves in harm's way 
and secure the homeland.
  I urge my colleagues to fulfill our most basic duty--to ensure the 
safety and security of the American people.

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