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Congress funds government until December, averting preelection shutdown
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Helen Huiskes and The Hill , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· September 1, 2026
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Key points A vote in the House resulted in a significant majority, with 370 in favor and 48 opposed. Opposition votes came from both parties, with 19 from one side and 29 from the other.
Government funding has been extended through December. A vote in the House resulted in a significant majority, with 370 in favor and 48 opposed. This decision prevents a shutdown before the upcoming elections.
Opposition votes came from both parties, with 19 from one side and 29 from the other. The extension is set to expire on December 11. Further information on this development is available from the source, including details on the Senate's involvement and the implications of this decision.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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