The Senate easily passed a bipartisan continuing resolution early Saturday morning, likely easing the traditional September rush to head off a partial government shutdown in October. On a lopsided vote of 90-6, the Senate passed a measure that would extend current funding through Dec. 11, giving lawmakers about 10 extra weeks to complete full-year appropriations […]
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But the bill still requires a vote in the House, which won't be back until September
Sen. Ted Budd, R-N.C., seen here in the Capitol on June 4, and Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., demanded a vote on their amendment to strip out a provision relating to THC-infused hemp. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)
Posted August 8, 2026 at 5:11am
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