Summary
U.S. senators have voted to advance a temporary funding package to end the country's longest government shutdown. This measure will keep the government open until January 30 and must still pass the House and be signed by President Trump.
Key Facts
- U.S. senators voted to move forward with a temporary funding package.
- The package aims to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
- Eight Democrats voted with Republicans to advance the measure.
- The funding package keeps the government open until January 30.
- Some government areas, like food aid and the legislative branch, will get funding for the next year.
- Healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act were not extended but will be voted on by December.
- The measure needs approval from the House and President Trump’s signature to take effect.
