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TSA Lines Stretch as DHS Funding Fight Disrupts Travel
politics17 days ago

TSA Lines Stretch as DHS Funding Fight Disrupts Travel

CBS News documented hours-long TSA lines at Houston’s IAH amid a DHS funding standoff and staffing shortages, with lines winding through multiple levels and a basement area lacking food, water, air conditioning or restrooms. Passengers missed flights, faced long waits, and while frustration often targeted Washington, frontline staff were also affected as TSA pay remains delayed pending funding restoration and a potential deal could come by week’s end.

politics5 months ago

Hemp Dispute Delays Government Shutdown Resolution

The Senate faces delays in passing a funding deal due to disagreements over hemp legislation, with some senators supporting closing a loophole that benefits Kentucky's hemp industry, while others oppose it fearing economic harm. The debate centers on restricting intoxicating cannabinoids in hemp products, complicating the legislative process amid broader government shutdown concerns.

"Congress Reaches Last-Minute Agreement to Avert Homeland Security Shutdown"
politics2 years ago

"Congress Reaches Last-Minute Agreement to Avert Homeland Security Shutdown"

Congressional leaders have reached a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security through fiscal year 2024, avoiding a partial government shutdown. The agreement, which is still being finalized, will be a full-year bill rather than a stopgap measure. However, Congress may still need to pass a short-term continuing resolution before Friday's deadline to allow for sufficient review time. The deal comes after disagreements over DHS funding and involves negotiations on pay equity for the Transportation Security Administration and funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. If the deal holds and the remaining six funding bills are passed, it would be a win for Speaker Mike Johnson, who has aimed to avoid a year-end omnibus package and a one-percent cut across the board.

"Negotiators Reach Tentative Deal to Avert Homeland Security Shutdown"
politics2 years ago

"Negotiators Reach Tentative Deal to Avert Homeland Security Shutdown"

Congressional leaders have reached a tentative deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security, avoiding a government shutdown next weekend. The deal paves the way for processing remaining spending bills, with details not immediately available. Negotiations have centered on border security and enforcement funding, with Republicans seeking to reprioritize DHS funds and Democrats pushing for more border security money. The deal is being negotiated by congressional leaders and the White House, with the Appropriations committees yet to release the legislative text of the bills.

Congressional Leaders Reach Agreement to Avert Government Shutdown
politics2 years ago

Congressional Leaders Reach Agreement to Avert Government Shutdown

Congressional leaders have agreed to delay the government shutdown deadlines by extending the expiration dates for federal finances until later in March, preventing a partial government shutdown this weekend. The funding deal aims to give lawmakers more time to finalize full-year spending legislation for various agencies, with the new deadlines set for March 8 and March 22. The agreement will require swift approval from Congress to avoid a shutdown, as lawmakers continue to grapple with passing spending measures for the 2024 fiscal year.

"Congress Nears Spending Deal Amid Shutdown Fears"
politics2 years ago

"Congress Nears Spending Deal Amid Shutdown Fears"

Top US lawmakers are optimistic about averting a government shutdown ahead of the Friday deadline, with House Speaker Mike Johnson vowing to get the government funded after a meeting with President Joe Biden. The budget negotiations have been focused on border security and aid to Ukraine, with Republicans controlling the House and Democrats holding the Senate. If a deal is not reached, some government departments will temporarily close, but there is hope for a bipartisan solution as lawmakers work to keep the government open.