Government funding runs out on Sept. 30 and both the U.S. Senate and House have recently departed Washington without taking any action on a short-term funding bill. The so-called continuing resolution’s (CR’s) delay stems from Senate Majority Leader Schumer’s (D-NY) decision to attach Sen. Manchin’s (D-WV) energy project “permitting reform” proposal to the CR. Manchin told reporters he needs at least 20 Senate Republicans to back his plan. At least 70 House Democrats have come out in opposition to the plan saying it would result in more gas and oil drilling. Other provisions that could end up attached to the CR are additional funds for Ukraine, FDA fees legislation and disaster aid relief.
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