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Congress Seeks to End Government Shutdowns

Updated 2026-07-21 16:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Congress is pushing for legislation to end frequent government shutdowns, citing the need to maintain operations during intense international competition and conflict.

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The Hill

Congress can end the shutdown cycle for good

Shutdowns are becoming longer and more frequent and are literally disabling our government at a time of intense international competition and conflict. That is unacceptable.

2026-07-21 16:00 UTC