WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The House Budget Committee issued the following press release:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House Budget Committee passed by a vote of 20 - 14 the Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2027, a critical first step in unlocking the process to support our troops, strengthen our food supply, and secure our elections.

Upon passage of the resolution, Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) issued the following statement:

"Republicans are united and undeterred in our fight to restore America's greatness. We don't have a country if we can't defend it, and we don't have a democracy if people can't trust the outcome of our elections. Passing Reconciliation 3.0 will support our troops, secure our elections, and SAVE...