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The Senate has reached a tentative deal to end the 40-day government shutdown, with a vote expected soon to fund the government through January 30, 2026. This agreement includes provisions to protect federal workers and ensure funding for various departments, but it does not extend certain health care subsidies, which remains a point of contention.
Senate Votes to Reopen Government
The Senate has reached a tentative agreement to end the government shutdown that lasted for 40 days. This deal was negotiated by a coalition of Democrats and Republicans and is expected to fund the government through January 30, 2026.
Key Details of the Agreement
- Funding Duration: The agreement provides funding through January 30, 2026.
- Minibus Appropriations: It includes three full-year appropriations bills for departments like Agriculture, ensuring they are funded through the end of the fiscal year.
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: The deal fully funds this program through September 2026, addressing a major concern during the shutdown.
- Federal Workers: The agreement reverses layoffs of federal workers that occurred during the shutdown and ensures they receive back pay.
Next Steps
- House Approval: The deal must now pass the House of Representatives, which may take several days. There is uncertainty regarding support from House Democrats, particularly concerning the lack of an extension for Affordable Care Act subsidies.
- Senate Voting: The Senate is expected to vote on the bill soon, with at least eight Democrats anticipated to support it alongside the Republican majority.
This agreement marks a significant step towards resolving the shutdown, but the final outcome will depend on the House’s response and further negotiations regarding health care subsidies.
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