Continuing Resolution Vital to Protect Veterans and Military Readiness, According to The American Legion

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Congress faces a deadline of Wednesday, Oct. 1, to pass the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2026 and the VA Extenders Act of 2025.

American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley issued the following statement ahead of a possible government shutdown. 

"Veterans, uniformed service members, and their families are living in times of tremendous uncertainty. Many live paycheck to paycheck while honoring their promise to the United States. Congress must do the same for America's military men and women who defend and protect our country, without question, every day. Passing a continuing resolution is the first step to honor their sacrifices and maintain our national security."

"Congress must do its job and reach an agreement to fund the government or risk harming our service members, veterans and their families. Lawmakers in both parties must abandon political posturing, focus on their duty to America's military and fulfill their obligation to our veterans. A continuing resolution is the least bad option while Congress pursues passage of a full appropriations bill."

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SOURCE The American Legion