The House passed a short-term funding bill Thursday to prevent a government shutdown before the approaching weekend deadline. The bill, approved in a 320-99 vote, extends government funding deadlines to March 8 and March 22, providing lawmakers more time to work on spending bills.
While there's agreement on six bills covering areas like military construction and agriculture, disagreements persist on six others, including funding for the Pentagon and the Department of Homeland Security. Some Republicans, especially from the conservative wing, are pushing for policy riders related to women's reproductive rights, adding complexity to negotiations.
