Senate Takes First Step Toward Ending Government Shutdown
The Senate initiated efforts to end the government shutdown on Sunday when moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies. This decision sparked discontent among many in their caucus who believe Americans want them to continue fighting for the subsidies.
Key Vote Details
In a procedural test vote, the Senate passed 60-40 to advance compromise legislation aimed at funding the government and setting up a later vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, which are set to expire in January. Final approval of the legislation could take several days, especially if Democrats delay the process.
Controversy Over Health Care Subsidies
The agreement does not ensure the extension of the health care subsidies, a key demand from Democrats over nearly six weeks. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer of New York voted against moving forward with the package, joined by most of his Democratic colleagues—only eight voted in favor.
Moderate Senators Involved
A group of three former governors serving as senators—Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire, along with an Independent senator—played a leading role in the decision.
"The Senate took the first step to end the government shutdown after moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus." — AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib
Photo source: U.S. Capitol on the 37th day of the government shutdown.
Author’s Summary: The Senate moved forward on legislation to end the shutdown, despite divisions among Democrats over extending health care subsidies.
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