This week, we finally ended the Senate Democrats’ 43-day federal government shutdown —the longest in American history. The House passed a continuing resolution back in September to keep the government open and give Congress more time to finish the annual appropriations process. Unfortunately, Senate Democrats continually voted against that legislation, resulting in more than a month of unnecessary delays and uncertainty for hardworking Americans.

The bill we passed this week reopens the government and extends funding through January 30, 2026. It also includes three of the twelve annual appropriations bills: Agriculture, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and the Legislative Branch. These are part of what’s known as the regular appropriations process, a system designed to provide line-by-line funding for each part of the federal government through separate bills.

Under this process, Congress is expected to pass twelve individual appropriations bills each fiscal year. Each bill covers a different part of the government, from defense and homeland security to transportation, health care, and agriculture. These bills are drafted and debated by the House and Senate Appropriations Committees and are supposed to be passed before the start of the fiscal year on October 1.

When Congress follows this process — what we call “regular order” — it creates a transparent and accountable way to fund government operations. Members can review, debate, and amend each bill. Priorities can be set, waste can be cut, and taxpayer dollars can be directed where they’re needed most.

Unfortunately, this process has broken down in recent years. Instead of passing the 12 bills individually and on time, both parties have increasingly relied on last-minute omnibus packages or continuing resolutions that fund the entire government in a single, take-it-or-leave-it vote. These rushed deals are often negotiated behind closed doors, packed with wasteful spending, and leave little time for Members to read or change what’s in them.

Returning to regular order means restoring discipline to the budget process. This approach also delivers real results for communities like ours. As part of the Agriculture bill, I secured more than $5.4 million in Community Project Funding for Burke and Cleveland Counties.

That includes $3,187,211 for renovations to Burke County’s Health and Human Services building. This facility, which is more than 50 years old, provides health services to over 35,000 Medicaid recipients in the county. The building also hosts community meetings and houses 250 staff who serve thousands of residents every year.

The package also includes $750,000 for the expansion of the Spangler Branch Library in Lawndale. This rural town in northern Cleveland County will greatly benefit from the increased access to technology, educational resources, and job-training support that this library expansion will provide.

Finally, it provides $1,462,789 to expand and replace equipment in the cardiac catheterization lab at UNC Health Blue Ridge. This project will enable the hospital to better treat patients with heart attacks by increasing capacity and modernizing technology.

These are smart, targeted investments that meet real needs in our community. I’m proud to have fought for them, and I’ll continue to advocate for projects that make a meaningful difference in the lives of the folks I represent.

I’ve also taken steps to hold Congress accountable. During the shutdown, I requested that my own pay be withheld. I also introduced the No Budget, No Pay Act, which would prevent Members of Congress from receiving their salaries unless we pass all twelve appropriations bills. If every family in North Carolina has to live within a budget, Congress should be no different.

Moving forward, we still have to pass the remaining nine appropriations bills to fully fund the government before January 30. These bills cover key parts of the federal government that folks rely on every day, from homeland security to transportation. I’ll keep advocating for Congress to finish the job the right way, by debating and passing each bill on its own, with full transparency and accountability. That’s how we bring real discipline back to the budget process and ensure Washington works for the people.

Celebrating Veterans Day

This Veterans Day, I had the privilege of spending time with some of the incredible men and women who’ve served our country with honor. I started the day in Rutherford County, where I joined local veterans for breakfast. It’s always humbling to hear their stories and thank them face-to-face.

Later that morning, I attended Cleveland County’s Veterans Day celebration. It was a beautiful morning to come together as a community and honor those who have served. From young families to retired service members, the turnout reflected the deep respect our region holds for those who’ve defended our freedoms.

In the afternoon, I joined the Cherryville community for the dedication of a new American Legion mural. This striking tribute now stands as a permanent reminder of the courage and commitment of generations of local heroes. I was proud to be there to help recognize their legacy and to support the efforts of those who made this memorial possible.

U.S. Border Patrol in Charlotte

This week, the Department of Homeland Security launched Operation Charlotte’s Web to target violent criminal illegal aliens who’ve been released back onto our streets due to sanctuary policies in North Carolina. DHS reports that nearly 1,400 detainers have been ignored across the state, allowing known offenders, including individuals charged with murder, child exploitation, and other serious crimes, to avoid removal and remain in our communities.

Charlotte has become a key focus of this effort because it’s clear that criminal illegal aliens have taken advantage of sanctuary policies that shield them from enforcement. Operation Charlotte’s Web is designed to correct that failure and remove public safety threats from our neighborhoods.

I fully support this mission and am grateful to the federal law enforcement officers working to carry it out. At the same time, I recognize that many families in our region — especially those who came here legally and contribute to our communities — are concerned. Let me be clear: this operation is focused on dangerous individuals who pose a threat to public safety. Those who follow our laws and call this country home should never be made to feel afraid or unwelcome.

Here are a few examples of criminals who are being arrested:

Moving forward, my office is in contact with the Department of Homeland Security and monitoring the operation closely. I’ll continue to advocate for the protection our communities from violent offenders while respecting the rights of law-abiding residents.

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Thank you for staying engaged and informed about the work I'm doing in Washington and at home. Your voice and your concerns matter deeply to me. If there’s ever anything my office can assist with, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,

Congressman Tim Moore

North Carolina's 14th District

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