Government Shutdown Impacts Congress' Agenda
The government shutdown, now in its third week, continues to disrupt Congress' schedule, with canceled hearings and markups, and stalled work on appropriations and permitting reform.
Lawmakers are no closer to a funding deal, and other priorities, such as energy and environmental issues, are being neglected.
- Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) plans to keep the House out of session for the week, unless a breakthrough occurs.
- The Senate returns Tuesday, with planned votes on failed funding bills, but no other agenda items.
“We’re not in a good mood here in the Capitol,”
Speaker Johnson said, blaming Democrats for the shutdown. The impasse has hindered congressional action on spending bills, permitting reform, and farm policy.
Author's summary: Shutdown stalls Congress' agenda.