The Senate advanced a funding bill to end the government shutdown with a 60-40 vote, driven by eight bipartisan Democrats, angering many within their party for not addressing expiring health care tax credits, only promising a future vote. The agreement includes a continuing resolution extending government funding until January 30, 2026, and a “minibus” of three appropriations bills for various agencies, while reversing Trump-era layoffs. A vote on health care tax credits is expected by mid-December, though it may fail due to GOP opposition. The resolution aims to prevent any future cuts until the end of January, stabilizing federal operations amidst ongoing negotiations.
