FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Lance Gideon, Press Secretary
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Daniella Neise, Press Secretary Intern
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STATEHOUSE (April 8, 2025) – A resolution authored by State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) recognizing the threat federal debt poses to national security unanimously passed the Senate Monday, April 7.
Senate Resolution 51 prioritizes the seriousness of the national debt. To combat the rapid growth of the federal government's debt, SR 51 directs attention to the $36 trillion that the federal government has accumulated in debt, including the $8 trillion owed to entities outside of the United States.
To combat the rapid growth of the federal government's debt, SR 51 directs attention to the $36 trillion that the federal government has accumulated in debt, including the $8 trillion owed to entities outside of the United States.
This resolution provides a necessary call to action and holds the federal government accountable in decreasing unsustainable spending.
"Our ability to recognize the growing threat of federal debt to this country is essential for a secure economy that does not burden our children and grandchildren," Schmitt said. "SR 51 is a wake-up call to the weight of national debt on our future economy, and I am committed to upholding the fiscal responsibility of our state to work with federal lawmakers on this issue."
Schmitt encourages residents of Senate District 48 to contact him with any questions or comments they may have. Schmitt can be reached by filling out a "Contact Me" form online at www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/Schmitt or by phone at 800-382-9467.
Photo Caption: State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) presents Senate Resolution 51, which recognizes the seriousness of the national debt and its threat to our security on the Senate floor on Monday, April 7.
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State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) represents Senate District 48,
Which includes Crawford, Dubois, Gibson, Perry, Pike and Spencer counties.
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