House Passes Bill to End Government Shutdown After 43 Days

Government Shutdown Ends

• 🏠 The House of Representatives has passed a bill to end the government shutdown, which has lasted for 43 days.
• 대통령 President Donald Trump is expected to sign the bill, with the signing anticipated around 9:45 AM Eastern Time.

Impact on Government Employees

• 💸 Furloughed workers will receive back pay for the past six weeks.
• ✈️ Air traffic controllers, who were required to work without pay and began calling in sick, will return to their jobs.
• ⚠️ Staff cuts at air traffic control centers led to significant flight delays and cancellations, with approximately 7,000 flights affected.

Other Affected Services

• 🍎 SNAP benefits recipients are relieved as the end of the shutdown moves forward, though uncertainty remains about this month's benefits.
• 💼 Rehiring of furloughed workers and restoration of jobs are expected as the government resumes normal operations.