Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 21, 2026)
Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026
This bill provides continuing appropriations to prevent a government shutdown if the appropriations bills for a fiscal year have not been enacted before the fiscal year begins and continuing appropriations are not in effect.
Specifically, the bill provides appropriations at the rate of operations that was provided for the prior fiscal year to continue programs, projects, and activities that were funded in the preceding fiscal year.
The bill also limits official travel, congressional recesses or adjournments, and the consideration of legislation that is unrelated to appropriations after the beginning of a fiscal year if the appropriations process has not been completed.
What just happenedJun 1, 2026
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 424.
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