Senate Passes Continuing Resolution to Fund Government Through December 11 and Delay Implementation of OMB Grant Rule

The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through December 11, 2026, or until full appropriations acts are passed for Fiscal Year 2027. The bill maintains funding at FY 2026 levels for most agencies and programs and includes a provision to delay the implementation of a proposed Office of Management and Budget (OMB) rule that would significantly alter federal grant processes. This action provides certainty for federal funding and avoids a potential government shutdown.