Government Funding Extended to Dec. 20
October 1, 2024
As we previewed last week, the House and Senate passed a continuing resolution (CR) on Sept. 25 to keep the government funded through Dec. 20. The CR also includes temporary extensions for key programs, including the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Why it matters: Lawmakers avoided an embarrassing government shutdown close to an election and will have a chance to shape funding after November when lawmakers will (hopefully) know who will be in power in 2025.
By the numbers: Once again, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) relied on Democratic votes to pass the CR 341-82, with only GOP opposition.
- However, a majority of the House Republican Conference ended up supporting the bill.
- In the Senate, the bill did not face delay tactics from individual senators before passing 78-18.
- Notably, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), a previous instigator of shutdowns and delay tactics, voted for the CR. Cruz faces a close re-election race.
Contact David McCarthy (dmccarthy@crefc.org) with questions.