Overview
- The package advanced on a 60–40 margin after eight Democrats and independent Angus King joined most Republicans to extend funding through January 30.
- It restores SNAP benefits for more than 42 million people, reverses roughly 4,000 recent federal dismissals, and guarantees retroactive pay for sidelined workers.
- Republicans pledged only a December vote on Affordable Care Act subsidies, a concession that split Democrats and drew opposition from leaders including Chuck Schumer and Elizabeth Warren.
- The measure now heads to the House before reaching President Trump, who signaled support, though agencies caution that paychecks and services will take days to normalize.
- Aviation disruptions continue as the FAA orders flight reductions, with thousands of cancellations reported and warnings that travel impacts could linger even after funding resumes.