The White House on Tuesday formally threw its support behind a $1.7 trillion deal to fund the U.S. government through most of 2023, calling it a product of compromise worthy of quick passage.
In a statement, Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young called the omnibus spending bill, released early Tuesday by congressional Democratic and Republican negotiators, “an important step forward, bringing both parties together to make progress on critical priorities for our country.”
“It will advance cutting-edge research on cancer and other diseases, make our communities safer, deliver for our veterans, support the Ukrainian people, help communities recovering from devastating natural disasters, invest in child care and education, and more,” Young said. “As with any compromise, neither side got everything it wanted, but this legislation is good for our economy, our competitiveness, and our country, and I urge Congress to send it to the President’s desk without delay.”
