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Senate Proposes Short-Term Spending Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown
On August 2, 2026, key senators proposed a short-term spending bill to fund federal agencies through early December, aiming to avoid a government shutdown during the midterm elections. The bill maintains current funding levels and includes provisions to prevent fund transfers to the Border Patrol. Senate leaders emphasize the need for timely action to avoid repeating past shutdowns.
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On August 2, 2026, key senators proposed a short-term spending bill to fund federal agencies through early December, aiming to avoid a government shutdown during the midterm elections. The bill maintains current funding levels and includes provisions to prevent fund transfers to the Border Patrol. Senate leaders emphasize the need for timely action to avoid repeating past shutdowns.
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