The Democrat told the House floor that the legislation of the congressman was included in the package.
The bill, which is set to fund the federal government through September and is expected to arrive in front of President Joe Biden for his signature, was opposed by many House Republicans.
13 current and future House lawmakers denounced the bill in a letter endorsed by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy.
He claimed that Americans were betrayed by the House over the bill.
McGovern made an odd revelation for the Republican.
I should tell the gentleman that his bill is in the omnibus. McGovern stated that he had a bill in the omnibus.
The Massachusetts Democrat inquired about the number of House Republicans speaking.
McGovern said he was thankful after he was told there would be no more speakers.
McGovern's response can be seen below.
Higgins: I oppose this omnibus
McGovern: I think I should tell the gentleman who just spoke that his veterans bill is actually in the omnibus pic.twitter.com/hduT3aGHkX
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