Longest government shutdown in U.S. history comes to a close
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House votes on funding bill to end government shutdown
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New Jersey’s Democratic delegation is leading opposition to the shutdown deal, citing its failure to extend expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.
The longest government shutdown in U.S. history appears to be nearing its end, after senators quickly advanced a funding deal over the weekend.
The Senate passed a measure Monday night that would bring an end to the longest-ever US government shutdown by extending government funding through January that would be tied to a larger package to fully fund several key agencies.
The Office of Personnel Management is setting expectations for agencies as they begin to update post-shutdown pay, leave and benefits for federal employees.