Politics & Government
Broun Releases Info About Possible Government Shutdown
Congressman Paul Broun's official website provides links to answers about what he says are frequently asked questions during a government shutdown.
If Congress does not reach an agreement about the 2011 budget by midnight, there will be a government shutdown.
Rep. Paul Broun (R) of Georgia's 10th District, which includes Oconee County, "remains committed to cutting as much spending as possible and helping remove uncertainty for workers and private-sector job creators," a news release stated.
Broun's website provides links that answer questions about how various sectors of the government would be affected in the event of a shutdown:
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- Veterans
- Military
- International Affairs
- Benefits
- Federal Services
- Administration
- Law Enforcement and Federal Assistance
- Travel
- Federal Projects and Operations
- Miscellaneous
If the government shuts down, Watkinsville's would close immediately, Oconee County Observations blogger Lee Becker reported.
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