House Passes Stopgap Measure to Fund Federal Government The House of Representatives has passed a stopgap measure to fund the federal government until December 16th, averting a shutdown that would have left hundreds of thousands of federal employees without pay.
This development is a clear indication that Congress is struggling to find common ground on spending and revenue.
What's at Stake: Understanding the House's Stopgap Measure The stopgap measure, known as a continuing resolution (CR), provides temporary funding for government operations until lawmakers can reach a long term agreement.