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Earlier today, the Senate voted on and approved a new three-week continuing resolution (CR) funding the government through Feb. 8. The House quickly followed suit and approved the CR as well. The president is expected to sign the measure, bringing the shutdown to an end.
NTEU-supported language ensuring that all federal employees will be paid was included in the final bill. That means that no employee will be financially harmed due to a shutdown they didn’t create. The language directs that all employees receive their pay quickly.
Federal agencies are expected to be open and fully operational tomorrow, but you should follow the specific guidance from your agency on returning to work following a lapse in appropriations.
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