Chairman Yarmuth Opening Remarks at Budget Committee Markup of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

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Kentucky Congressman John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, gave this opening statement during the House Budget Committee’s virtual markup of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The 2021 budget resolution laid the groundwork for bold action by providing the option of using budget reconciliation to deliver crucial relief to the American people and achieve the goals of President Biden’s American Rescue Plan. This reconciliation bill is the next step toward implementing the plan. Additional information: https://budget.house.gov/legislation/markups/markup-american-rescue-plan-act-2021-virtual-markup Check out our full video catalog: http://bit.ly/2vC1sSX​ Follow House Budget Dems on Twitter: http://bit.ly/2IhtHZX​ Follow House Budget Dems on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2TiKrX2​ The House Budget Committee Democratic Caucus is fighting for budget priorities that reflect the values of families across the country. We are committed to investing in our country's future, building a strong economy based on broadly shared prosperity, protecting and improving health care and other vital services for American families, and keeping our promises to seniors, veterans and the most vulnerable among us.