WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) released the following statement after the U.S. House vote on the Tax Extenders package:

“After careful consideration, I could not, in good conscience, support the tax extender legislation.  Simply put, the package does not go far enough for my constituents or America’s families.  The bill increases the nation’s budget deficit and gives away more than 700 billion dollars in unpaid-for tax breaks primarily to the wealthy, while failing to provide adequate relief to those in need.   Impoverished communities can no longer bear the brunt of the budget deficit.  Communities of highest need deserve legislative action that can help them support their families, feed their children, and move them permanently out of poverty.”

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