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Collins warns OMB about unspent global health funding

Collins warns OMB about unspent global health funding

Summary

Senator Susan Collins, who leads the Senate Appropriations Committee, warned the Trump administration to use over $1 billion in global health funds before they expire on Wednesday. She sent a letter to key officials urging them to spend the money that Congress has already approved.

Key Facts

  • Senator Susan Collins represents Maine and chairs the Senate Appropriations Committee.
  • More than $1 billion in global health funding is currently unused.
  • This funding was approved by Congress previously.
  • The funds will expire on Wednesday if not spent.
  • Collins sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and others in the Office of Management and Budget.
  • She asked the administration to ensure the funds are used in time.
  • The letter was addressed to top officials involved in budget decisions.
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