This impending government shutdown has been caused by the failure of the President and a Congress controlled by his party to complete its basic work for the fiscal year that started 82 days ago. Further, any Continuing Resolution (CR) through February 8, 2019, is just a protraction of uncertainty for vast portions of our government to operate for one-third of its year, and it is designed to be particularly disruptive as it is set to expire the week the budget for the next fiscal year is due to be presented to the next Congress. I am absolutely opposed to this lack of governance. I hope in the coming hours and days that we can begin to have more sensible discussions that prioritize solving problems to benefit our economy and the workers and families of our nation.
Due to scheduled maintenance by the building owner, my Merrillville District Office will close at noon on Friday, December 21, 2018, and will reopen on Wednesday, December 26, 2018. Should you need assistance, I would encourage you to contact my office through my website below.
Thank you to U.S. Army Major Christie Cunningham for serving as a Defense Fellow in my Washington, D.C., office this past year. I deeply appreciate your constantly invaluable insights and detailed analysis, and I wish you all the best in your continued service on behalf of our country.
Enjoyed speaking with afterschool program students at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana Gary facility. I appreciate your thoughtful questions and thank all of the administrators for their good work on behalf of the Gary community.
The deadline for the federal enrollment period for health insurance coverage in 2019 is December 15, 2018. For additional information or to sign up for a plan, do not delay and please visit www.healthcare.gov.
