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The Senate faces delays in passing a funding deal due to disagreements over hemp legislation, with some senators supporting closing a loophole that benefits Kentucky's hemp industry, while others oppose it fearing economic harm. The debate centers on restricting intoxicating cannabinoids in hemp products, complicating the legislative process amid broader government shutdown concerns.
A bipartisan Senate agreement has taken the first step to reopen the U.S. government by funding it through January 30, including provisions for federal employee backpay and protections, though the legislation still needs House approval. The deal faces opposition from some Democrats over healthcare issues, highlighting ongoing political divisions.
The US Senate has reached a deal to end the 40-day government shutdown by advancing a stopgap funding package, which includes provisions for government funding through January and a vote on healthcare subsidies, though final approval and the impact on federal employees and food aid programs remain ongoing issues.
Senate Democrats are close to supporting a deal to reopen the US government, which includes a short-term funding extension and a larger package for key agencies, with negotiations ongoing over issues like ACA subsidies and federal worker reinstatement.
Republicans have proposed a new funding offer to end the 37-day government shutdown, including discussions on rehiring federal workers laid off during the shutdown, as bipartisan negotiations continue on appropriations bills and a stopgap funding measure to reopen the government.
MIT was the only university to reject the Trump administration's 'Compact for Academic Excellence,' citing concerns over restrictions on free expression and institutional independence, while other universities received the offer with mixed responses.
Lawmakers warn of an impending government shutdown unless President Trump intervenes to facilitate a funding deal, with negotiations stalled over issues including health insurance subsidies and legislative priorities, and Trump expressing skepticism about reaching an agreement.
Lawmakers warn of an impending government shutdown unless President Trump intervenes to facilitate a funding deal, with negotiations stalled due to unclear positions and Trump’s reluctance to engage directly, leaving the outcome uncertain.
Congress faces a divided front over a potential government shutdown, with skepticism about a bipartisan funding agreement, and factions within both parties pushing for either short-term or long-term stopgap measures, complicating efforts to pass comprehensive funding legislation.
Congressional leaders have reached a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security through fiscal year 2024, avoiding a partial government shutdown. The agreement, which is still being finalized, will be a full-year bill rather than a stopgap measure. However, Congress may still need to pass a short-term continuing resolution before Friday's deadline to allow for sufficient review time. The deal comes after disagreements over DHS funding and involves negotiations on pay equity for the Transportation Security Administration and funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. If the deal holds and the remaining six funding bills are passed, it would be a win for Speaker Mike Johnson, who has aimed to avoid a year-end omnibus package and a one-percent cut across the board.
Congressional leaders have reached a tentative deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security, avoiding a government shutdown next weekend. The deal paves the way for processing remaining spending bills, with details not immediately available. Negotiations have centered on border security and enforcement funding, with Republicans seeking to reprioritize DHS funds and Democrats pushing for more border security money. The deal is being negotiated by congressional leaders and the White House, with the Appropriations committees yet to release the legislative text of the bills.
Congressional leaders have agreed to delay the government shutdown deadlines by extending the expiration dates for federal finances until later in March, preventing a partial government shutdown this weekend. The funding deal aims to give lawmakers more time to finalize full-year spending legislation for various agencies, with the new deadlines set for March 8 and March 22. The agreement will require swift approval from Congress to avoid a shutdown, as lawmakers continue to grapple with passing spending measures for the 2024 fiscal year.
Top US lawmakers are optimistic about averting a government shutdown ahead of the Friday deadline, with House Speaker Mike Johnson vowing to get the government funded after a meeting with President Joe Biden. The budget negotiations have been focused on border security and aid to Ukraine, with Republicans controlling the House and Democrats holding the Senate. If a deal is not reached, some government departments will temporarily close, but there is hope for a bipartisan solution as lawmakers work to keep the government open.
Congressional leaders, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, left an "intense" White House meeting with President Biden, expressing commitment to finding a government funding deal by Friday. Discussions included the possibility of a short-term funding extension and the need to pass aid for Ukraine, with tensions arising over border security measures. The leaders emphasized the urgency of providing aid to Ukraine and avoiding a government shutdown, but differences remain on how to address the border crisis.
With a funding deal still out of reach, Congress faces the potential for a partial government shutdown as the January 19 deadline approaches. While a two-step plan passed in November extends funding for some federal departments until February 2, negotiations are ongoing to avert a shutdown. If a deal is not reached, various departments such as Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Agriculture, and Energy could face disruptions in their operations, impacting services such as health care, transportation, housing assistance, nutrition programs, and energy activities. The Biden administration remains confident that an agreement will be reached, but preparations for a potential shutdown are underway, including the release of shutdown guidance to federal agencies.