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Congress is working toward a short-term government funding agreement ahead of the September 30 deadline, with members seeking to avoid a shutdown while broader budget negotiations continue.

Last week, the House passed a continuing resolution (CR) by a 220-205 vote that would fund the government through December 4. The measure was supported by all but one Republican, Rep. Massie (R-KY), and six Democrats: Reps. Castor (D-FL), Cuellar (D-TX),  Davis (D-NC), Golden (D-ME), Gonzalez (D-TX), and Vasquez (D-NM).  

Senate Majority Leader Thune (R-SD) said the Senate will consider its own version of the funding bill before the August recess. The Senate proposal is expected to include additional administration-requested funding adjustments, known as anomalies, and could shorten the length of the extension.

Democrats are expected to seek additional provisions in exchange for their support, including restrictions on shifting funds to border enforcement operations. House Appropriations Ranking Member DeLauro (D-CT) has called for language preventing the administration from redirecting funds to U.S. Customs and Border Protection without congressional approval. Lawmakers from both parties are also pushing to include disaster relief funding.  With the Senate leaving Washington for the August recess and limited legislative days remaining, negotiations will intensify as Congress works to reach a funding agreement before the fiscal year ends.