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End Government Shutdowns: Automatic Funding and Budget Priority

This bill aims to prevent government shutdowns by providing automatic funding for programs and projects if the budget is not passed on time. This means essential public services will continue without interruption, ensuring stability and predictability for citizens. Additionally, the House of Representatives will be required to focus solely on passing the budget until it is enacted, with exceptions only for emergencies.
Key points
Automatic Funding: If the budget isn't passed by October 1st, government programs will continue to be funded at the previous year's rate to avoid shutdowns.
Budget Priority: The House of Representatives will be restricted from considering other matters until the budget is enacted, except for emergencies (e.g., loss of life, terrorism, national security).
Stable Public Services: Citizens can expect essential government services to operate without interruption, even if budget approval is delayed.
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Print number: 118_HR_5353
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2023-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

End Shutdowns Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5353.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Automatic Funding: If the budget isn't passed by October 1st, government programs will continue to be funded at the previous year's rate to avoid shutdowns.
  • Budget Priority: The House of Representatives will be restricted from considering other matters until the budget is enacted, except for emergencies (e.g., loss of life, terrorism, national security).
  • Stable Public Services: Citizens can expect essential government services to operate without interruption, even if budget approval is delayed.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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