Senate Approves Short-Term Funding Bill, Averting Shutdown

Why it matters locally: Averting a government shutdown directly impacts the significant number of federal employees residing and working in Maryland, particularly those in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Continued funding ensures stability for federal agencies located within the state.

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WASHINGTON – The Senate voted 90-6 early Saturday to pass a short-term funding bill. This action aims to avert a government shutdown before the midterm elections. The bill provides continued funding for federal operations through December 16, 2022.