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Press ReleaseUrgent2026-01-05

A New Year’s Resolution

Tom Cole
Tom Cole
ROK-4 · Representative
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This press release from Representative Tom Cole (R-OK) was published on Sun Jan 04 and titled "A New Year’s Resolution".

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A New Year’s Resolution A New Year’s Resolution FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | Contact: Olivia Porcaro 202-225-6165 Article I, Section 9, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution states “No money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence of Appropriations made by Law.” This statement is where the Appropriations Committee, which I lead, derives its power to oversee all discretionary spending of the federal government and review how federal tax dollars are being spent. Olivia.Porcaro… Mon, 01/05/2026 - 15:40 January 5, 2026
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