This week, the GovNavigators welcome back Charles Cooper of Brumidi Group for a frank look at Congress’s crowded to-do list. From looming shutdown risks, rescissions, and the fight over appropriations to the fate of healthcare extenders, the farm bill, and other expiring programs, Charles explains why the path forward is rockier than ever—and where bipartisan opportunities may still emerge.

Show Notes:

 Combined Federal Campaign: Website

 Treasury and GSA: SAVE Program

Events on GovNavigators' Radar:

September 16-18, 2025  

• Partnership for Public Service’s GovHR Conference 

September 18, 2025  

• GovExec’s GAIN Conference 

September 17, 2025 

• ACT-IAC's Digital Transformation Summit 

September 24-25, 2025 

• AGA’s Internal Controls & Fraud Conference