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Lawmakers and world leaders gathered Tuesday in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda to honor Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who died July 11.
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Government Shutdown Update
A neutral, plain-facts look at the status of federal funding — what’s on the floor, the deadline in play, and what happens if Congress doesn’t act.
Last checked July 29, 2026
The Facts
- Who
- The U.S. House, the U.S. Senate, and the President — who must agree on federal spending before appropriations expire.
- What
- A government shutdown happens when Congress fails to pass, and the President fails to sign, funding legislation (regular appropriations or a continuing resolution) before current funding runs out. Non-essential federal operations pause; essential workers keep working, often without pay until funding resumes.
- When
- Most recent related action: July 28, 2026. Track the current deadline in the funding bills below.
- Where
- Washington, D.C. — the House and Senate appropriations committees, both chamber floors, and the White House.
- Why
- Federal agencies can only spend money Congress has appropriated. When that authority lapses, agencies must stop non-essential spending under the Antideficiency Act. That’s a shutdown.
Funding bills we’re tracking
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
This resolution establishes the federal budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and sets forth appropriate budgetary levels for the following decade through 2036. It outlines mandatory and discretionary spending limits, revenue targets, and deficit projections that govern the subsequent appropriations process. The House agreed to the budget resolution on July 22, 2026.
Next: Awaits action in the Senate.
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
This concurrent resolution establishes the federal budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and sets budgetary levels for the subsequent decade through fiscal year 2036. It outlines total spending, revenue targets, and deficit projections that serve as a framework for the annual appropriations process. The resolution applies to all federal agencies and departments for the upcoming fiscal cycle. The House passed the measure on a 216-214 vote.
Next: Sent to the Senate.
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036
This concurrent resolution establishes the federal budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and outlines budgetary goals through fiscal year 2036. It sets specific spending levels, revenue targets, and deficit projections for executive agencies and federal programs. The resolution serves as a fiscal framework for the House and Senate to guide subsequent appropriations and tax legislation. It was passed by the House on July 22, 2026.
Next: Awaits consideration in the Senate.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
This bill authorizes appropriations for fiscal year 2027 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy. It sets policy for personnel levels, weapons procurement, and research and development across all branches of the Armed Forces. The provisions apply to the entire U.S. military establishment and its contractors worldwide for the 2027 fiscal year. It passed the House after several recorded votes on various amendments.
Next: Awaits action in the Senate.
Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes
This bill provides continuing appropriations for federal agencies and programs for the beginning of fiscal year 2027 to prevent a government shutdown. It maintains funding at current levels for a specified duration until permanent appropriations bills are enacted. The measure affects all federal departments and agencies nationwide. It passed the House and moved to the Senate for immediate consideration before the end of the current fiscal year.
Next: Awaits action in the Senate.
Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes
This bill provides temporary funding for federal agencies through December 4, 2026, to prevent a government shutdown when the new fiscal year begins on October 1. It maintains most government spending at previous levels while providing additional funding flexibility for the Disaster Relief Fund, wildfire suppression, and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). The legislation also extends the National Flood Insurance Program, continues a pay freeze for members of Congress, and authorizes funding for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Introduced by Representative Tom Cole (R-OK), the bill has passed the House of Representatives.
Next: Heads to the Senate for consideration.
Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 8800, H.R. 8884, H.R. 7008, H.R. 6955, and H.R. 9770); and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 113)
This resolution establishes the procedural rules for the House of Representatives to consider five specific bills and one concurrent resolution. It sets the terms for floor debate and the amendment process for legislation including the Value Over Cost Act and the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. The resolution passed the House on July 21, 2026, following a party-line vote. This procedural step allows the chamber to move forward with substantive voting on the underlying measures.
Next: The House may now proceed to debate and vote on the underlying bills specified in the resolution.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 funding for the Department of State, international security assistance, and various foreign operations. The legislation allocates money for the administration of foreign affairs, multilateral assistance through international financial institutions, and export-investment programs via the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. It also funds independent agencies like the Peace Corps and specific outreach entities such as the National Endowment for Democracy and the East-West Center. Introduced by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, the bill passed the House in July 2026.
Next: Awaits House floor consideration.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 funding for the Department of State, international security assistance, and various foreign operations. The legislation allocates money for the administration of foreign affairs, multilateral assistance through international financial institutions, and export-investment programs via the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. It also funds independent agencies like the Peace Corps and specific outreach entities such as the National Endowment for Democracy and the East-West Center. Introduced by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, the bill passed the House in July 2026.
Next: Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related national security programs. It sets spending limits for diplomatic operations, international security assistance, and humanitarian aid administered by the U.S. government globally. The funding levels would take effect at the start of the 2027 fiscal year on October 1, 2026. Introduced as a primary budget bill, it passed the House following the rejection of several proposed amendments.
Next: Awaits action in the Senate.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 funding for the Department of State, international security assistance, and various foreign operations. The legislation allocates money for the administration of foreign affairs, multilateral assistance through international financial institutions, and export-investment programs via the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. It also funds independent agencies like the Peace Corps and specific outreach entities such as the National Endowment for Democracy and the East-West Center. Introduced by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, the bill passed the House in July 2026.
Next: The bill proceeded to a final passage vote in the House.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 funding for the Department of State, international security assistance, and various foreign operations. The legislation allocates money for the administration of foreign affairs, multilateral assistance through international financial institutions, and export-investment programs via the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. It also funds independent agencies like the Peace Corps and specific outreach entities such as the National Endowment for Democracy and the East-West Center. Introduced by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, the bill passed the House in July 2026.
Next: Proceeded to a final passage vote in the House.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 funding for the Department of State, international security assistance, and various foreign operations. The legislation allocates money for the administration of foreign affairs, multilateral assistance through international financial institutions, and export-investment programs via the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. It also funds independent agencies like the Peace Corps and specific outreach entities such as the National Endowment for Democracy and the East-West Center. Introduced by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, the bill passed the House in July 2026.
Next: Heads to the Senate for consideration.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides fiscal year 2027 funding for the Department of State, international security assistance, and various foreign operations. The legislation allocates money for the administration of foreign affairs, multilateral assistance through international financial institutions, and export-investment programs via the Export-Import Bank and the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. It also funds independent agencies like the Peace Corps and specific outreach entities such as the National Endowment for Democracy and the East-West Center. Introduced by Representative Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida, the bill passed the House in July 2026.
Next: Awaits a floor vote in the House.
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
This bill provides annual appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs for fiscal year 2027. It funds diplomatic efforts, international security assistance, and humanitarian aid worldwide. The bill was introduced by Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) and is currently being considered by the House Appropriations Committee.
Next: Reported to the House for floor consideration.
Agriculture Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2025
This legislation provides $21,123,000,000 in emergency supplemental appropriations to the Department of Agriculture for various programs through September 30, 2025. It allocates funds for agricultural disaster assistance, rural development initiatives, and nutritional support programs to address immediate financial needs in the farming sector. The measure applies to specific USDA agencies and programs nationwide during the current fiscal year. Introduced by Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), the President signed the bill into law on February 14.
Next: Became Public Law No: 119-1.
A bill to impose a 25 percent duty on all goods imported into the United States from Canada or Mexico.
The Eliminate Shutdowns Act automatically provides funding for federal programs, projects, and activities if annual appropriations expire before new spending bills are enacted. It mandates that when a funding gap occurs, the government will continue to operate at the previous fiscal year's spending levels to prevent a shutdown. This measure affects all federal agencies and employees by ensuring uninterrupted operations and pay. Introduced by Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI), the bill is currently being considered in the Senate.
Next: Sent to the House for consideration.
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Axios
What happens in a shutdown
- Essential services continue. Air traffic control, active-duty military, Social Security payments, Medicare, and law enforcement keep operating. Many of those workers are required to work without pay until the shutdown ends.
- Non-essential operations pause. National parks, federal museums, IRS taxpayer services, most economic data releases, and routine agency work stop. Federal employees are furloughed.
- Back pay is guaranteed. Under the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019, federal workers receive back pay after a shutdown ends — but not during it.
- The ripple effect. Federal contractors, small-business loan approvals, and permitting slow or stop. States and localities that rely on federal reimbursements can feel the squeeze within days.
How Congress avoids one
- Pass the twelve regular appropriations bills — one for each area of federal spending — and get them signed by the President.
- If those aren’t ready, pass a continuing resolution (a “CR”) that keeps agencies funded at current levels for a set number of weeks or months.
- As a last resort, pass a short “laddered” or “minibus” package that bundles a subset of appropriations together.
For every recorded action on these bills — introductions, committee votes, floor votes, and signatures — see the Legislation Tracker.