Catenaa, Tuesday, November 11, 2025- The US Senate approved a funding bill Monday that could end the longest government shutdown in American history within days.
The measure passed 60-40, with nearly all Republicans joining eight Democrats and one independent in support.
The bill funds federal operations through January 30, covering agencies including the Department of Agriculture, military construction, and legislative bodies.
It guarantees back pay for roughly 1.4 million federal employees affected by the shutdown and extends funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program through next September.
The House of Representatives, currently controlled by Republicans, must pass the bill before President Donald Trump can sign it into law.
Speaker Mike Johnson has called lawmakers back to Washington to begin discussions Wednesday, with every vote crucial given the narrow Republican majority.
The agreement also schedules a December vote on extending healthcare subsidies, a key Democratic concern, though some party leaders criticized colleagues who supported the deal without securing immediate healthcare concessions.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer described the package as failing to address America’s healthcare crisis.
The shutdown had wide-ranging effects, including over 2,400 flight cancellations and delays for at least 9,000 US flights Monday.
Food aid and other government services were disrupted for millions. Lawmakers and the White House negotiated the compromise over the weekend, aiming to restore government operations and stabilize federal programs.
Senators cheered after passage, with proponents highlighting restored pay and services, while critics focused on pending healthcare issues. Trump indicated he is prepared to sign the bill promptly once it clears the House.
