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U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith cast her vote in favor of the FY2025 Budget Resolution, a pivotal step in advancing the Republican agenda. The resolution, H.Con.Res.14, which originated in the House of Representatives and was modified by the Senate, sets a budget framework including recommended spending, revenue targets, and deficit reduction goals. Importantly, it functions as a mechanism to initiate the reconciliation process. This process is crucial for the expedited consideration of certain Republican policy priorities, notably the goal of preventing President Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act from expiring in December.

Senator Hyde-Smith emphasized the importance of the resolution: "Passage of this budget resolution is another important step for setting the stage for the Senate and House to fast-track legislation to allow families and businesses to continue enjoying the benefits of President Trump’s 2017 tax cuts. We cannot allow Democrats to succeed in letting those tax cuts expire in December, which would result in a $2.6 trillion tax increase on those making less than $400,000 a year, as well as a $600 billion tax increase on small businesses."

She also underscored other priorities tied to the resolution: “Just as important, this resolution is our key to forcing greater fiscal responsibility while also increasing our defense budget, making more investments to secure our border, and ensuring we remain energy dominant.”

The Senate passed the resolution with a 51-48 vote, highlighting the ongoing collaboration with the House of Representatives to create the comprehensive bill described by President Trump. This legislation aims to advance key areas such as tax reduction, border security, military funding, and increased U.S. energy production.