The U.S. House is preparing to vote on a stopgap spending bill that would extend government funding through December 11, following Senate approval in August. This measure is crucial as it aims to prevent a lapse in government funding at the end of the federal fiscal year on September 30.
House Speaker Mike Johnson anticipates a quick vote, but hard-right members of the House Freedom Caucus, including Rep. Chip Roy and Rep. Andy Harris, have expressed significant concerns regarding the bill, particularly its funding for Planned Parenthood and the lack of restrictions on THC-containing hemp products.
Their opposition could delay the vote, although bipartisan support is expected to help pass the measure despite potential GOP defections. With the midterm elections approaching, lawmakers are eager to return to their districts, making the passage of this funding bill a priority for both parties, especially as polling indicates a competitive landscape for control of Congress