Donald Trump Signs Stopgap Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown

President Donald Trump signed the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 on September 2, 2026, providing short-term funding for federal agencies through December 11, 2026. The stopgap measure ensures the government remains operational through the November midterm elections and extends authorities for surface transportation and veteran programs.

The legislation includes specific restrictions on federal agencies. It prohibits the United States Department of War from initiating new programs, increasing production rates, or entering multi-year procurements. Additionally, the bill prevents the United States Office of Management and Budget from finalizing its proposed Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance and delays a ban on hemp for one month.

House Speaker Mike Johnson stated the resolution avoids a potential shutdown and provides appropriators more time to develop a full-year budget bill. Johnson noted that Republicans have made progress in returning to a committee-driven appropriations process.