The House of Representatives voted on Tuesday to pass a stopgap bill that will maintain federal funding at current levels through December 11. Speaker Mike Johnson announced the decision at the Capitol, emphasizing the importance of preventing a government shutdown ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
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House Passes Stopgap Bill to Maintain Federal Funding
The House of Representatives approved a stopgap bill on September 1, 2026, to keep federal funding at current levels until December 11. Speaker Mike Johnson highlighted the need to avoid a government shutdown before the midterm elections.
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