House Republicans pass bill to avert shutdown, Senate vote pending

Published 11/03/2025, 23:02
House Republicans pass bill to avert shutdown, Senate vote pending

Tuesday marked a significant development in Congress as House Republicans successfully advanced a stopgap funding bill. The measure, designed to maintain government operations until October, passed with a narrow margin of 217-213. This legislative move represents a substantial win for Speaker Mike Johnson, who has previously sought bipartisan backing to prevent government shutdowns.

The bill’s passage in the House sets the stage for a critical vote in the Senate. To avoid a shutdown ahead of the looming Friday deadline, the Senate must garner at least 60 votes in favor of the bill. The outcome places moderate Senate Democrats in a challenging position, as their votes could prove pivotal in determining the bill’s fate.

Should the Senate approve the stopgap measure, it would secure government funding at the current levels through September 30, 2025. The bill’s progression to the Senate comes at a crucial time, with the potential to influence budget negotiations and government operations for the next two years.

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