Biden’s “Build Back Bankrupt” Will Add $3 Trillion to National Debt

The Congressional Budget Office reported on Friday that President Biden and Speaker Pelosi’s “Build Back Bankrupt” will add $3 trillion to our national debt because we know that once a government program is created, it never goes away.

This, of course, is the exact opposite of what Biden said. This reckless legislation spends nearly $4.9 trillion. Their proposal is disastrous for American taxpayers.

Spending this massive sum of money would add fuel to an already raging inflation inferno. Inflation is at its highest levels in nearly 40 years, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The price of goods are up 6.8 percent compared to last year.
 
And don’t forget, despite what the administration says, their legislation includes nearly $300 billion in tax giveaways to millionaires and the wealthy who live in New York City and San Francisco. Democrats are making changes to the state and local tax (SALT) dedication to support millionaires as they continue to march towards socialism.

Their plan to increase dependence on the government couldn’t come at a worse time for the economy. Last week, it was reported that there are over 11 million jobs available across the country. Increasing government dependence is the wrong policy prescription. We need to adopt pro-growth policies to help Americans back to work.

Supporting Legislation to Educate Students about Dangers of Communism, Totalitarianism

I recently joined over 60 of my House colleagues in cosponsoring the Crucial Communism Teaching Act, which aims to teach students about the dangers of communism and totalitarianism. It is modeled after the Never Again Education Act, passed by the 116th Congress, which created an analogous program to educate American students about the Holocaust through the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.  The Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, which would provide educational materials in this legislation, was founded in 1993 by a unanimous act of Congress. It is dedicated to the purpose of "educating new generations about the ideology, history, and legacy of communism.” 

Thanks to our free enterprise system, I, like so many across our nation, have been blessed with the opportunity to live the American Dream. I came to Congress to vigorously defend every American’s opportunity to work towards their own American Dream. Self-described socialists in Congress are pushing legislation to kill that opportunity and radically alter our way of life. I’m very concerned that an alarming number of younger Americans hold favorable views of communism, according to recent polling. The world knows communism is responsible for horrifying death and destruction throughout history. It is more critical than ever that we ensure our students are taught the history and the present dangers of this ideology. 

Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee Hearing on Trade Policy 

Congress must be clear-eyed about the threat that China poses to our nation and how America’s trade policy is part of a holistic response to that threat. Earlier this month the Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee held a hearing on this critical issue. Click below to watch my comments from the hearing.

Congratulations to 2022 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Elizabeth Raff! 

Congratulations to Elizabeth Raff of Penn Manor School District for being named 2022 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year! Thank you for all you do to educate and inspire students! Last week, I spoke on the floor of the House to congratulate Mrs. Raff on this extraordinary accomplishment.

Happy 234th Birthday to Pennsylvania! 

Happy 234th Birthday Pennsylvania! On December 12, 1787, Pennsylvania ratified the United States Constitution, becoming the second state to join our union. The Library of Congress has great resources about Pennsylvania. Visit their website to learn more!

In the Community 

I had a great visit to Rhoads Energy, a family-run company, at their Mount Joy facility. I enjoyed learning more about the issues and challenges they and the propane industry are currently facing. Congratulations on 100+ years in business! 

I appreciated the behind-the-scenes tour at APR Supply, a third-generation wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and hydronic materials. I enjoyed speaking with the team members and learning about their innovative inventory management technology! 

 

It was great to meet Timbrel earlier this month. I appreciated hearing her story and learning how she is giving back through her store in downtown Lancaster, Lush Bazaar. Local policymakers need to be sure these small businesses, which are the cornerstone of our community, are supported. 

Here to Help

The new application deadline to register with FEMA for individuals impacted by the recent storms from the remnants of Hurricane Ida is January 10, 2022. Please visit the FEMA website to learn more about available programs.

To any veteran, there is always support available at the Veterans Crisis Line. Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or text 838255. Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website for more information.

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Sincerely,

Lloyd Smucker