Mark Harris

“Today, I rise in support of my bill, H.R. 5625, the Cashless Bail Reporting Act. In August of 2025, the whole Nation watched in horror as we witnessed the brutal murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte light rail. This murder took place right outside my district in a city I have called home for many years. This tragic incident cannot be described as anything other than a cold-blooded murder carried out by a dangerous individual who should not have been out on the streets to begin with.”

“today, I rise in support of my bill, H.R. 5625, the Cashless Bail Reporting Act. In August of 2025, the whole Nation watched in horror as we witnessed the brutal murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte light rail. This murder took place right outside my district in a city I have called home for many years. This tragic incident cannot be described as anything other than a cold-blooded murder carried out by a dangerous individual who should not have been out on the streets to begin with.”

“Millions of Americans have suffered because Democrats have refused to reopen the government, harming those who depend on SNAP benefits, Federal workers, Border Patrol agents, and our troops, who were uncertain about their next paycheck. This legislation extends government funding to the end of January 2026, thereby blocking attempts to force a budget-busting omnibus at the last minute before Christmas. It also includes the FY 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.”

“I applaud my colleague, Representative Knott, for bringing forth this important legislation. Mr. Speaker, if we reward illegals for breaking our laws, we cannot be surprised when it continues to happen. We all know under the Biden administration, illegal immigrants were welcomed with open arms. They were given hotel rooms, cell phones, plane tickets, and work authorization. I am glad to report those days are over.”