Welcome to the Eyes on Washington: Shutdown Briefing.
During the federal government shutdown, we will be sharing concise,
client-focused updates to help you stay informed on key
developments, legislative dynamics and potential impacts to your
operations and federal engagement.
Breaking News
On November 10, the U.S. Senate passed a three-bill minibus with
funding through September 30, 2026, for the Agriculture,
Military-Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Legislative Branch
bills. The rest of the government will be reopened under a
continuing resolution (CR) implementing an extension of last
year's funding levels through January 30, 2026. The measure
reinstates fired workers, ensures backpay for unpaid time during
the shutdown and prevents further layoffs until January 30, 2026.
The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to pass the bill on
November 12.
