Summary
The US Senate passed a funding bill to potentially end the longest government shutdown in history. The bill needs approval from the House of Representatives before President Donald Trump can sign it. The agreement funds the government until the end of January and addresses several key financial areas.
Key Facts
- The Senate passed the funding bill with a 60-40 vote, needing support from eight Democrats alongside almost all Republicans.
- The bill extends government funding until January 30 and is designed to end the current government shutdown.
- The House of Representatives, which is controlled by Republicans, must pass the bill next.
- President Donald Trump indicated willingness to sign the bill once it passes the House.
- Government services have been limited since October, affecting around 1.4 million federal workers and services like air travel and food assistance.
- The bill includes funding for the Department of Agriculture, military construction, and other agencies through the year.
- Provisions in the bill ensure federal workers receive back pay for their time during the shutdown.
- The agreement includes a planned vote in December on extending healthcare subsidies.
