Today, the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus announced its endorsement of H.R.3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act.

The Problem Solvers Caucus, which is Co-Chaired by Congressmen Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), has sixty-four Members evenly split between Republicans and Democrats.

“The Problem Solvers Caucus Bipartisan Framework that we endorsed and advanced last month once again played an instrumental role in breaking the gridlock, providing the White House and Congressional negotiators with a two-party solution to guide their conversations,” said Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chair Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01). “Our bipartisan caucus is now proud to overwhelmingly endorse this two-party solution, The Fiscal Responsibility Act, that both avoids default and also begins the process of putting our nation on a path to fiscal sustainability. There is still much more work to be done. But this legislation is a very, very important first step. And as you will see on the House Floor tonight, our Bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus will once again deliver the outcome-determinative votes to save America from this impending crisis.”

“I’ve said for months that all sides have to sit down at the table to get this done, because defaulting is not an option. It would hurt our children and families, our seniors, and our veterans — and put our leadership in the world at risk. In divided government, you have to actually work together to find a solution that can make it across the finish line,” said Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chair Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05). “The Problem Solvers Caucus is proud to endorse this bipartisan agreement to raise the debt ceiling, prevent an economic collapse, and address our longer-term fiscal health. We’ve had close discussions with the White House, negotiators, and congressional leadership from both sides of the aisle. In the end, this vote will happen from the middle out and the Problem Solvers will play a key role in getting this legislation across the finish line and preventing a default.”