#USGovShutdownEnd? The US government shutdown is expected to end soon, with lawmakers nearing a breakthrough on a funding package. Here's the latest update:
- *Senate Approval*: The Senate has passed a bipartisan measure to end the shutdown, funding most federal agencies until January 30, 2026.
- *House Vote*: The House is expected to vote on the bill this week, with some lawmakers predicting a vote as early as Wednesday or Thursday.
- *Key Provisions*: The bill includes full funding for SNAP benefits, guaranteed backpay for federal workers, and reinstatement of laid-off workers.
- *Impact*: The shutdown has disrupted federal services, grounded flights, and halted research programs, affecting millions of Americans.
The shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, is currently the longest in US history, with approximately 900,000 federal workers furloughed and 2 million working without pay ¹ ².
- *Senate Approval*: The Senate has passed a bipartisan measure to end the shutdown, funding most federal agencies until January 30, 2026.
- *House Vote*: The House is expected to vote on the bill this week, with some lawmakers predicting a vote as early as Wednesday or Thursday.
- *Key Provisions*: The bill includes full funding for SNAP benefits, guaranteed backpay for federal workers, and reinstatement of laid-off workers.
- *Impact*: The shutdown has disrupted federal services, grounded flights, and halted research programs, affecting millions of Americans.
The shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, is currently the longest in US history, with approximately 900,000 federal workers furloughed and 2 million working without pay ¹ ².