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US government shutdown averted as Senate passes spending bill


Published on 2025-03-15 07:00:38 - BBC
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  • The passage of the funding bill came hours before a shutdown, with Democrats under fierce pressure to oppose the measure.

The U.S. Senate passed a temporary spending bill to avert a government shutdown, extending federal funding until November 17, 2023. This bill, which was approved with an 88-9 vote, maintains current funding levels and includes $6 billion for domestic disaster relief but omits additional aid for Ukraine. The legislation now awaits President Joe Biden's signature. This action was taken just hours before the deadline, preventing disruptions in government services, paychecks for federal workers, and potential economic impacts. The bill's passage reflects a bipartisan effort to keep the government operational while further negotiations on full-year funding continue.

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