Dear friend,
I’m deeply concerned by the Senate passage of the Republican-backed budget bill. Let me be clear: I voted no because the bill is horrible for Virginians and our economy.
This megabill slashes Medicaid, nutrition assistance, and other critical programs that Americans rely on in order to pay for massive tax breaks to the very rich. If the House passes this bill, at least 323,000 Virginians will lose their health insurance, at least 204,000 Virginians—including children—will lose nutrition assistance, energy costs will rise, and 20,000 jobs in Virginia will be jeopardized. And for what? To pay for enormous tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy.
Virginians deserve better than that. 
That’s why I filed several amendments to try and improve the bill—focused on priorities like protecting health care access, safeguarding rural hospitals, protecting Americans from hunger, shielding veterans from mass layoffs, and many other important issues. Unfortunately, my colleagues across the aisle blocked them all.
Over the last several months, I’ve heard from many Virginians who have taken the time to share their concerns about this bill by calling my office or writing to me through my website. Your insights have been invaluable, and please know that I’m committed to doing everything I can to ensure all Virginians have the support they need in the wake of this disastrous legislation.
I look forward to keeping in touch and hearing about the issues that matter most to you. If you or a loved one needs help with a federal agency, please reach out to a member of my staff here. If you’d like to receive updates on my work in the U.S. Senate, sign up here to receive my newsletters and follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Bluesky.
Sincerely,




 
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