WASHINGTON — The U.S. House of Representatives voted late Tuesday to approve a short-term continuing resolution that would keep the federal government funded through Dec. 4, preventing an immediate shutdown while lawmakers continue negotiations on long-term spending legislation.
The temporary funding measure, commonly known as a continuing resolution (CR), extends current government funding levels and provides Congress additional time to finalize appropriations bills for fiscal year 2027. Without congressional action, portions of the federal government faced the possibility of a shutdown when current funding expires.
House leadership argued the measure is necessary to ensure uninterrupted government operations while negotiations continue over spending priorities. Supporters said the resolution provides stability for federal agencies, military personnel, and government services as lawmakers work toward a broader budget agreement.
Critics, however, expressed frustration that Congress continues to rely on short-term funding measures rather than passing individual appropriations bills through the regular legislative process. Some lawmakers argued that repeated continuing resolutions create uncertainty for federal agencies and delay long-term planning.
The legislation now moves to the Senate, where lawmakers must also approve the measure before it can be sent to President Donald Trump for his signature. If enacted, the continuing resolution would fund the federal government through Dec. 4, giving Congress several additional months to negotiate permanent spending legislation before another funding deadline.
The vote comes as lawmakers continue debating federal spending levels, border security funding, defense priorities, and other budget issues expected to shape negotiations in the months ahead.
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