Overview

• Congress approved a three-month continuing resolution to fund the government through December 20, avoiding an imminent shutdown.
• The stopgap measure passed with significant bipartisan support in both the House and Senate and now awaits President Biden's signature.
• House Speaker Mike Johnson has vowed to avoid a year-end omnibus spending bill, despite the challenge of negotiating full-year appropriations.
• Debate over funding priorities and strategies is expected to intensify following the November elections, potentially impacting the final budget decisions.
• The continuing resolution includes additional funds for the Secret Service following recent assassination attempts, among other specific allocations.