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Government shutdown

Government shutdown

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What Is a Government Shutdown?

A government shutdown occurs when non-essential federalgovernment offices close due to a lack of approved funding. In the UnitedStates, this typically happens when Congress fails to pass appropriation billsor continuing resolutions that provide funding for federal agencies andoperations before the start of a new fiscal year (October 1st). Without legalauthority to spend money, many government services are halted, and employeesare furloughed.

Why Do Government Shutdowns Happen?Shutdowns usuallyresult from political disagreements over federal budget priorities or specificpolicy issues. If lawmakers cannot reach a consensus on how much money shouldbe allocated to various programs, agencies, or policies, they may

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