Here's What Stays Open, What Closes During a Government Shutdown
President Trump meets congressional leaders as Republicans hold both chambers but need Democratic support to avoid a shutdown that could furlough thousands of federal workers, officials said.
- If legislation to fund the government is not approved by Congress before the midnight deadline on October 1, 2025, federal operations will cease.
- This potential shutdown results from disagreements over appropriations bills despite a short-term funding bill passed by House Republicans on September 19.
- During a shutdown, essential programs like Social Security, veterans' benefits, active-duty military duties, air traffic control, and TSA operations remain active while many federal employees are furloughed and non-essential services close.
- Programs offering food benefits, especially WIC, face funding risks as WIC funding may run out by October, although SNAP benefits are expected to continue temporarily with contingency plans in place.
- If the shutdown occurs, closure of national parks, monuments, and Smithsonian museums will follow, while retroactive pay will be provided to furloughed workers once funding is restored.
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