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Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026
Coverage of Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026 in the Nexus archive.
- SENS JAMES LANKFORD, MAGGIE HASSAN: Congress should suffer shutdown pain, not the American people
Senators James Lankford and Maggie Hassan propose the 'Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026' to eliminate shutdowns by automatically enacting a Continuing Resolution if Congress fails to pass funding bills. The act would require Congress to remain in session until budget negotiations conclude, ensuring federal workers and programs remain funded.