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Continuing Resolution Passes House, Averting Government Shutdown

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In a bid to prevent a government shutdown, the House of Representatives has passed a 9-week Continuing Resolution (CR) to keep the government operational while Congress continues work on passing appropriations bills. Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) released a statement supporting the measure, citing the negative consequences of government shutdowns. The CR extends funding at current levels through November 21, 2025, and continues essential programs, including health care services and food assistance.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026, provides funding at current levels through November 21, 2025.
  • The CR extends expiring health care programs, including community health centers and Medicare telehealth flexibilities.
  • It also allows the USDA to continue providing food assistance to low-income women, infants, and children for the duration of the CR.
  • Congressman Valadao, a member of the House Committee on Appropriations, emphasized the need for responsible use of taxpayer dollars.
  • The House and Senate must pass 12 appropriations bills before September 30th or a Continuing Resolution (CR) to buy more time to find an agreement between the House, Senate, and White House on various funding levels.
  • Of the 12 bills, the House Appropriations Committee has passed 3 off the House Floor, and the Senate has passed 2.

Statistics:

  • The Continuing Resolution provides funding at current levels through November 21, 2025.
  • The CR extends expiring health care programs, including community health centers, through the duration of the resolution.
  • 3 appropriations bills have been passed by the House Appropriations Committee and sent to the House Floor.
  • 2 appropriations bills have been passed by the Senate.
  • The House and Senate have until November 21, 2025, to find agreement on full-year appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026.

Sources:

  • Congressman David Valadao (https://valadao.house.gov/)
  • United States House of Representatives (https://www.house.gov/)
  • Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026 (https://www.congress.gov/)

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