With Valentine's Day upon us, the House Appropriations Committee has taken a lighthearted approach to express their fondness for the appropriations process. The committee shared a series of Valentine-themed messages, playfully connecting legislative terminology with expressions of affection.

The committee's statement emphasized, "Unlike discretionary spending, there is no limit on love!" This sentiment was reflected in various valentines they released, such as "Roses are red, violets are blue, my fiscal year starts with you," and "You really fit the bill to be passed out of committee, valentine!"

Other messages included creative wordplay like "Forget recess - my love for you is always in session!" and "Our friendship is like mandatory spending – it grows automatically." They continued with phrases such as "I’ve allocated 100% of my heart to you" and "I'd reprogram my whole budget to spend more time with you."

The playful notes further highlighted that unlike discretionary spending, feelings expressed in these valentines would never be debated or end. One message read: "Contrary to continuing resolutions, my love for you will never end," while another stated: "Valentine, no points of order here! I yield all my time to you."

In closing, one valentine cleverly noted the balance between Congress's control over finances and personal sentiments: "Roses are red, violets are blue, Congress may hold the purse strings, but my heart belongs to you."