House Passes Bill to Extend Government Funding

Why it matters locally: A government shutdown could impact federal employees in Arkansas, including those at military installations, national parks, and various federal agencies, potentially leading to furloughs or delayed payments. State-level programs that rely on federal funding could also face disruptions.

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WASHINGTON D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday to extend government funding. This measure aims to prevent a government shutdown, which would mark the third since September of last year. The legislation now advances to the Senate. Lawmakers there will consider the bill. The U.S. Capitol building stands on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.