MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) — The 43-day federal government shutdown ended late Wednesday after the U.S. House passed a funding bill in a 222–209 vote, sending the measure to President Donald Trump, who signed it into law around 10 p.m. Eastern Time.
The legislation includes three full-year spending bills covering select government agencies and extends temporary funding for the rest until Jan. 30, setting up another potential budget debate early next year.
According to CBS News, six Democrats broke ranks to support the bill, while two Republicans voted against it.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said SNAP benefits will resume within 24 hours, restoring assistance to millions of Americans who rely on the food aid program. A USDA spokesperson confirmed the update in a statement to CBS News.
Meanwhile, air travel operations will remain limited for now. The Federal Aviation Administration plans to maintain the current level of flight cuts as officials continue assessing staffing challenges among air traffic controllers.
The funding bill’s passage marks the end of one of the longest shutdowns in U.S. history, allowing federal employees and key services to return to normal operations.
