As the most recent continuing resolution to fund the federal government is set to expire on February 18th, a government shutdown was potentially on the horizon. However, legislators came to a last minute deal to pass another continuing resolution this week. This will only cover government funding until March 11, meaning the threat of a government shutdown has only been delayed, not avoided.

For more on this topic, check out these Prolegis Briefings:

- https://www.prolegis.com/briefings/history-of-government-shutdowns

- https://www.prolegis.com/briefings/what-happens-during-government-shutdown