Actors' Equity Association has released a statement regarding the news that the House of Representatives Appropriations Committee today approved President Biden's full budgetary request of $201 million for the National Endowment for the Arts.
"We are so grateful that the House appropriations committee recognizes President Biden's vision for a robust return to the arts industry," said Kate Shindle, president of Actors' Equity Association. "This record-high funding for the NEA will ensure that live entertainment can come back stronger than ever, and contribute to local economies all around the country. We are grateful for the leadership of Chairwoman DeLauro and Subcommittee Chairwoman Pingree and the entire Appropriations Committee for moving this bill to the House floor."
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