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End Government Shutdowns: Automatic Funding for Federal Services.

This bill aims to prevent federal government shutdowns. If Congress fails to pass a budget on time, federal programs and services will automatically continue to be funded at the previous year's level. This ensures citizens will not experience interruptions in essential services, benefit payments, or agency operations.
Key points
Automatic Funding: Government services continue operating if the budget deadline is missed, eliminating the risk of shutdowns and service disruptions.
Senate Focus: The Senate is restricted from considering any non-budgetary matters until full appropriations are enacted, forcing lawmakers to prioritize funding the government.
Service Stability: Ensures continuity of federal programs, such as social security payments and agency functions, even during political disagreements.
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Print number: 118_S_2729
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2023-09-06
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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_S_2729.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Automatic Funding: Government services continue operating if the budget deadline is missed, eliminating the risk of shutdowns and service disruptions.
  • Senate Focus: The Senate is restricted from considering any non-budgetary matters until full appropriations are enacted, forcing lawmakers to prioritize funding the government.
  • Service Stability: Ensures continuity of federal programs, such as social security payments and agency functions, even during political disagreements.
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 Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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