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FOXX VOTES TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR HOMELAND SECURITY
Washington, DC,
May 19, 2005
United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has voted for a $30.85 billion homeland security appropriations bill (H.R. 1817) that will help better protect our nation's citizens, borders and infrastructure. The funding will also benefit first re
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has voted for a $30.85 billion homeland security appropriations bill (H.R. 1817) that will help better protect our nation's citizens, borders and infrastructure. The funding will also benefit first responders and enhance transportation security. “I applaud my colleagues for helping to pass this vital piece of legislation,” said Rep. Foxx. “The Preamble to our Constitution requires that we ensure domestic tranquility and promote the safety of our citizens. As your Representative in Congress, that is my first responsibility.” The appropriations bill provides for 1000 additional border patrol agents to help prevent terrorists from crossing our borders. In addition, it will expand cargo inspection at foreign ports and improve technologies for the screening of passengers, baggage and high risk cargo. The bill benefits first responders by achieving a balance between basic formula grants and funds for high risk areas. It will also protect our vital infrastructure by developing better communications systems between federal, state and local authorities. Foxx said the bill is a step in the right direction toward fiscal responsibility. Just last week, the House reformulated the allocation process for Homeland Security funding to ensure funds are not wasted and are used properly for our direct Homeland Security needs. “In this post-9/11 world, everything must be done to keep America secure,” said Rep. Foxx. “If we fail at protecting our nation, nothing else will matter.” ### |