President Signs Short-Term Spending Bill, Averting Government Shutdown

President Trump signed H.R. 6500, the "Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027," into law on September 2, 2026. This short-term continuing resolution provides fiscal year 2027 appropriations to federal agencies through December 11, 2026, preventing a potential government shutdown and extending authorities for various programs, including surface transportation and veteran programs.