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House Republicans Push Short-Term Funding Bill as Health Care Fight Threatens Shutdown

Democrats insist the stopgap include health care provisions tied to ACA subsidies and Medicaid.

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U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) speaks during a press conference as members of Congress have two weeks to reach a deal to avert a looming partial government shutdown, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., September 16, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
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Overview

  • The House plans a vote Friday on a Republican continuing resolution to keep agencies funded through Nov. 21.
  • The GOP bill maintains current spending levels and adds $88 million for security for lawmakers, the executive branch and the Supreme Court following Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
  • Democrats oppose the measure and have unveiled a rival Oct. 31 stopgap that would extend enhanced ACA tax credits and reverse recent Medicaid cuts.
  • House passage is not guaranteed as several Republicans have voiced objections; leaders say they have the votes as President Trump and the White House urge GOP unity.
  • If the bill clears the House, Senate Republicans with 53 seats must reach 60 votes, and leaders are preparing to vote first on the Democratic plan before turning to the House bill.