Congress Approves Stopgap Funding, Averting Government Shutdown

Why it matters locally: Averted federal government shutdown ensures continued operation of federal agencies and programs in California, including those vital for the state's significant agricultural, technology, and entertainment industries. Federal funding for various state and local initiatives, from infrastructure projects to social services, will also proceed without interruption.

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation to extend government funding through mid-December, preventing a shutdown. The vote took place weeks before the fall midterm elections. The measure ensures federal operations continue past the end of the fiscal year. Congress had a few weeks remaining before current funding expired.