Wasserman Schultz Statement on President Obama's FY16 Budget

Washington, DC, February 2, 2015
The President has crafted a robust budget that continues the strong economic recovery of the last six years by making smart investments that will further grow the economy from the middle out and support working families. Closer to home in South Florida, the $132 million dedicated to Everglades restoration will protect and enhance our unique ïRiver of Grass' and ensure it remains a vital part of our environment and our economy.

 

 U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23), a member of the House Appropriations Committee and a former member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement today after President Obama unveiled his budget for Fiscal Year 2016:

“The President has crafted a robust budget that continues the strong economic recovery of the last six years by making smart investments that will further grow the economy from the middle out and support working families. 

“I am particularly pleased by the President’s budget priorities of making child care more accessible and more affordable to families, expanding educational opportunities from pre-K to community college, and advancing job training and innovation to help American workers get ahead in the 21st century global economy.

“Closer to home in South Florida, the $132 million dedicated to Everglades restoration will protect and enhance our unique ‘River of Grass’ and ensure it remains a vital part of our environment and our economy.

"This budget moves us in the right direction toward an economy that works for everyone. It is both ambitious and achievable if we approach it as thoughtful policymakers, making necessary investments now, that our kids and future generations will reap ten-fold in the future.”

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