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Multiple senators underscored the importance of resuming normal government operations, especially given the hardship faced by federal workers, military personnel, and families relying on SNAP and WIC benefits. Senators lauded the bipartisan effort to include funding for key programs, such as VA services and rural development, and to restore the confidence that government can function effectively.
Senator Susan Collins passionately highlighted the collaborative work involving Senate and House appropriators, emphasizing that this consensus represented a victory for the American people and a testament to congressional resilience.