The federal government will not shut down at midnight (Friday). Late on Dec. 2, the Senate passed a stopgap spending bill that avoids a short-term shutdown and funds the U.S. government through Feb. 18 after leaders defused a partisan standoff over federal vaccine mandates. The measure goes to President Joe Biden, who’s expected to sign it. (Source: WBLT 12/02/21)
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Senate blocked the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Nov. 29, on a 45-51 vote, amid objections from Republicans and some liberal Democrats. The policy bill has become law for 60 straight years. The vote did not get the 60 "yes" votes needed to advance its passage. NDAA determines everything from how many ships are bought to pay increases for military personnel. This year's legislation authorizes some $770B in Pentagon spending. Sen. Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma, ranking Republican on the Armed Services Committee, said the measure would eventually pass. (Source: Reuters 11/29/21) U.S. Senate blocks annual defense bill amid Republican objections | Reuters
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