The Senate passed a six-month spending bill on Friday, just hours before a potential government shutdown, overcoming sharp Democratic opposition and sending the measure to President Donald Trump for approval.
The bill cleared the Senate with a 54-46 vote.
Senators also moved forward on legislation that would allow the District of Columbia to maintain its 2025 budget rather than reverting to 2024 funding levels. The bill aims to overturn a provision in the government spending package that mandated approximately $1 billion in budget cuts, a measure that sparked strong objections from the mayor and residents.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer hailed the bill as “very good news” and urged the House to act swiftly.
If approved, the legislation—separate from the broader government funding package—will proceed to the House. Lawmakers are currently out of town but are expected to take up the measure upon their return.
