At a glance
- Once signed into law by the
President, the continuing resolution will fund the federal
government through December 20, 2019.
- The E-Verify and EB-5 Regional Center
programs, among others, would be extended through the same
date.
The issue
Congress has voted to temporarily extend federal government
funding through December 20, 2019. The spending measure means that
federal functions – including immigration operations –
should continue uninterrupted through December 20, 2019, while FY
2020 budget negotiations continue. The bill now goes to President
Trump, who is expected to sign the measure.
Temporary extension of expiring immigration programs
The interim spending bill temporarily extends the following
programs without change through December 20:
