Speaker Johnson’s bill to prevent government shutdown is approved by the House.
OAN’s Abril Elfi
8:39 AM – Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The House Approves Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives gave its approval to a bill that would prevent a government shutdown. The bill is now on its way to the Senate.
If the Senate also approves the bill, it will then be sent to President Joe Biden for his approval.
The bill, introduced by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), includes funding for certain government agencies until mid-January and others until early February.
If a funding bill that has been approved by both houses and signed by the president is not in place, the federal government will close on Friday at 11:59 p.m. ET.
The bill passed in the House with broad bipartisan support, thanks to a procedural move that required a two-thirds majority. It received 336 votes in favor and 95 against, with 127 Republicans and 209 Democrats supporting it. However, 93 Republicans voted against it, along with two Democrats.
Speaker Johnson believes that this short-term measure will provide the House with more time to work on passing bills for full-year agency funding.
Despite initial reservations, Democrats publicly supported the bill on Tuesday in an effort to prevent a government shutdown.
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What is the purpose of the bill recently approved by the House to avoid a government shutdown?
The House Approves Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives gave its approval to a bill that would prevent a government shutdown. The bill is now on its way to the Senate.
If the Senate also approves the bill, it will then be sent to President Joe Biden for his approval.
The bill, introduced by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), includes funding for certain government agencies until mid-January and others until early February.
If a funding bill that has been approved by both houses and signed by the president is not in place, the federal government will close on Friday at 11:59 p.m. ET.
The bill passed in the House with broad bipartisan support, thanks to a procedural move that required a two-thirds majority. It received 336 votes in favor and 95 against, with 127 Republicans and 209 Democrats supporting it. However, 93 Republicans voted against it, along with two Democrats.
Speaker Johnson believes that this short-term measure will provide the House with more time to work on passing bills for full-year agency funding.
Despite initial reservations, Democrats publicly supported the bill on Tuesday in an effort to prevent a government shutdown.
This bill comes at a crucial time as the deadline to pass a funding bill and avoid a government shutdown nears. With bipartisan support in the House, there is hope that the bill will also pass in the Senate and receive the President’s approval.
A government shutdown can have significant impacts on the economy, government operations, and the American people. It can lead to furloughs of federal employees, closure of national parks and museums, delays in government services, and disruptions in various sectors.
By approving this bill, the House aims to ensure the continuous functioning of the government and prevent any unnecessary disruptions. It demonstrates the willingness of lawmakers to put aside partisan differences and prioritize the needs of the American people.
Moving forward, it will be crucial for the Senate to swiftly pass this bill and for President Biden to sign it into law. This will provide stability and allow the government to continue its operations without interruption.
In conclusion, the approval of this bill by the House is a positive step towards avoiding a government shutdown. It is now up to the Senate and the President to take the necessary actions to ensure the bill becomes law. By doing so, they will provide certainty to the American people and demonstrate their commitment to effective governance.
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