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Just in Time for Valentine’s Day – Our Cardinal Rules for Love

February 13, 2026

Valentine’s Day may come once a year, but for House Appropriators, commitment is a full-year endeavor. Just like any relationship, we are still working on it! We won’t romanticize the trials and tribulations – but our devotion to Article I and the nation is steadfast. In that spirit, Chairman Cole and our Subcommittee Chairs are sharing our “cardinal rules” for love before cupid arrives tomorrow – because lawmaking is serious, but sharing a smile is always in order:

 

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12/12

10/10? In the House, you are a 12/12. 

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Topline

Valentine, you are topline!

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Trump Signing

Roses are red, violets are blue, when President Trump signs our bills, the American people’s mandate comes true.

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Dream of the House

Forget Dean - you are the dream of the House! 

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Top of the Class

Friend, you are top of the class. 

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Article One for Me

You're the Article One - for me.

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Impact is Monumental

Like our national landmarks, your impact on my life is monumental.

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MILCON-VA

You VA-lidated, and fully funded, my heart. 

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Long Term Commitment

I won't settle for a CR - I want a long-term commitment. 

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DEFENSE

You're my first line of defense, Valentine. 

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NSRP

Valentine, you've got global appeal. 

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Gavel

My heart gavels to order when you walk in. 

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THUD

Even the FAA couldn't ground this love. 

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Energy and Water

Our chemistry is nuclear, Valentine. 

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President Trump

Nothing trumps my love for you, Valentine. 

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FSGG

I treasure every moment with you, Valentine.

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AG

From sunup to sundown, you're always on my mind. 

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Always Fund You

Roses are red, violets are blue - I won't shut us down, I'll always fund you.

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Homeland

You locked down my heart - and the border, Valentine. 

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LEG BRANCH

CBO scored it - our love has zero deficit

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Light Up the Chamber

You light up the House Chamber, Valentine. 

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General

302(B)AE 

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