Congress pauses the OMB's attempt to rewrite how research is funded.

The legislation, which already passed the Senate, now goes to President Donald Trump to become law, checking off the main item on Congress’ to-do list ahead of the midterms.

The House passed a bill on Tuesday to extend government funding to December 11, clearing a path to avert a shutdown ahead of the midterm elections.

Continuing resolution will fund the federal government through Dec. 11