Overview
- In a 60–40 vote late Monday, the Senate advanced a bipartisan transition plan after several moderate Democrats and an independent joined Republicans.
- The bill funds federal operations only through the end of January 2026, restoring pay for furloughed workers and reversing recent firings.
- SNAP food assistance would resume under the plan, addressing a pause that affected roughly 42 million people during the shutdown.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson said he will recall members for a quick vote, which could come as soon as Wednesday, before the measure goes to President Trump.
- The compromise omits a guaranteed extension of Affordable Care Act premium subsidies, promising only a December Senate vote and drawing sharp criticism from many Democrats.