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The Senate quickly moved to formal matters, including the appointment of Senator Roger Marshall as acting chair, and confirmations of upcoming nominations. Several nominations, including appointments to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Department of the Treasury, were taken up in a swift manner, with motions to close debate and invoke cloture passing comfortably, reflecting a focus on substantive work ahead.
Bipartisan Agreement to End the Shutdown
Following weeks of contentious negotiations, the Senate agreed to a historic bipartisan deal aimed at ending the shutdown. The compromise included:
- Funding through January 30, 2026: A continuing resolution (CR) was passed to keep the government operational while lawmakers negotiated long-term funding.