<p>The US House of Representatives approved legislation on September 1, 2026, to prevent a government shutdown through the midterm elections. The continuing resolution (CR) authorizing government spending until December 11 passed with a vote of 370-48, with 19 Republicans and 29 Democrats opposing the measure. If the bill had not passed, lawmakers would have had until the end of September to secure new funding to avoid a shutdown.</p>
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House Approves Funding Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown
On September 1, 2026, the US House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution to fund the government until December 11, with a vote of 370-48. This legislation aims to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the midterm elections.
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