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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor, emphasizing the importance of annual appropriations and urging his colleagues to support the upcoming legislation.

McConnell commended the efforts of Senators Collins and Murray, highlighting their year-long work on Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations. He noted the bipartisan collaboration within the Appropriations Committee, which advanced bills last year through regular order with the majority receiving unanimous support.

The Senator stressed the significance of the current tranche of appropriations, attributing the successful prioritization of Republican interests to Senator Collins' leadership. McConnell expressed satisfaction with the strengthened legislation resulting from collaboration with House counterparts.

In his address, McConnell outlined key areas that the appropriations would address, including bolstering protections for farmland, enhancing support for law enforcement combating violent crime and the fentanyl crisis, and increasing resources for veterans' healthcare and housing.

Furthermore, McConnell highlighted the opportunities to fund critical infrastructure projects, support domestic mineral enrichment, and invest in the long-term security of the nation's nuclear arsenal. He urged swift action from the Senate to advance these measures, emphasizing the importance of the legislation on the nation's well-being.

The Senate Republican Leader concluded by expressing gratitude to the Appropriations Committee for their efforts in advancing the funding legislation towards the President's desk and called on his colleagues to join him in supporting the appropriations.