Marco Rubio Votes For A Government Shutdown
September 30, 2021
Rubio’s vote would cut off paychecks to over 80,000 Florida workers
Today Marco Rubio once again failed to muster the courage to do what was right for Floridians, and instead voted in favor of a government shutdown that would have denied millions of Floridians access to programs they rely on.
“After voting against a bill earlier this week that would keep the economy on the road to recovery and ensure America can pay its bills, Marco Rubio today voted for a disastrous government shutdown,” said Florida Democratic Party Executive Director Marcus L. Dixon. “A shutdown would be a catastrophe for our state, especially during a deadly pandemic. But all Marco Rubio cares about is pushing a self-serving political agenda while hardworking Floridians pay the price for his cowardice.”
If Rubio had his way, a government shutdown would be devastating for Florida:
Over 80,000 federal workers across Florida - including TSA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees - could lose their paychecks
The National Flood Insurance Program would lose its funding during hurricane season
Billions of dollars in hurricane relief funds would be blocked
National Parks and Preserves - including Everglades National Park - would furlough critical staff and possibly have to close. Businesses that rely on tourism traffic from these parks would take a significant hit.
September 30, 2021
For Immediate Release
Contact: Grant Fox
301-461-5435