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PublishedNovember 17, 2023
Biden signs temporary spending bill averting government shutdown
The spending package keeps government funding at current levels for roughly 2 more months.
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PublishedSeptember 27, 2023
Thousands of federal employees in Maine prepare for shutdown
Based on the last two shutdowns, roughly 40% will be furloughed and 60% will have to work because their jobs are considered essential. None of them will get paid during a shutdown.
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PublishedSeptember 26, 2023
Potential federal shutdown looms over Bar Harbor
Tourism-based businesses are wary of the possibility that Acadia National Park will close heading into peak foliage season, but say Mount Desert Island has plenty to offer and they will remain open for business regardless.
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PublishedSeptember 25, 2023
Jared Golden seeks bipartisan funding bill to avoid government shutdown
Two House Democrats and two House Republicans introduced the Keep America Open Act.
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2023
FAQ: What you need to know about a government shutdown
Infighting among House Republicans is delaying passage of a budget bill for next year. Congress has until Sept. 30 to avoid a shutdown.
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2023
Why a government shutdown looks inevitable: Congress needs to pass 12 funding bills
Lawmakers have given themselves a virtually impossible task – and the stakes are high.
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PublishedSeptember 24, 2023
U.S. deficit explodes even as economy grows
A strong economy usually reduces the deficit. Not this time.
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PublishedMarch 9, 2023
Biden lays out his budget plan, challenges Republicans to follow suit
If Biden and Congress fail to increase the statutory debt cap of $31.4 trillion by this summer, the government could default on payments and shove the U.S. economy into a recession.
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PublishedAugust 1, 2022
U.S. Sen. Angus King helps funnel $9 million in federal budget to regional projects
Money aims to assist with internet access, development and infrastructure in Androscoggin and Franklin counties.
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PublishedDecember 2, 2021
Senate passes stopgap funding bill, avoiding shutdown
The measure now goes to President Biden to be signed into law.
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