As Congress ends the seven-week federal government shutdown, it is worth looking at what policy debates lie ahead. Here are several items awaiting Congress that may receive immediate attention, as well as broader issues that may receive attention in 2026.
Discretionary Program Funding. The continuing resolution (CR)
Government shutdowns present challenges for many Americans. For federal contractors, the potential shutdown on Sept. 30 could be particularly challenging.
While there is no way to know how long this one could last (the shutdown of 2018-19 lasted 35 days), contractors should be prepared for all scenarios. Here we offer action items government contractors should
Congress is in the midst of a busy fall dominated by budgetary deadlines and several expiring programs. President Trump recently signed the “Continuing Appropriations Act, 2020, and Health Extenders Act of 2019,” which in effect avoids a government shutdown on Oct. 1, 2019.
Programs given short-term extensions. The federal fiscal year ends on Sept. 30,