Lawmakers announce deal on government appropriations

Congressional leaders have reached a deal on some appropriations bills to fund the government, including a short-term measure to prevent a partial shutdown before Friday's deadline. This agreement extends funding for six agencies until next Friday and for six others until March 22nd. Legislators still need to finalize a larger deal to fund the government through September. The House will vote on the stopgap measure on Thursday. The White House Press Secretary stated that the bipartisan agreement will help prevent a shutdown and allow more time to pass a national security deal.

What was the purpose of the short-term measure agreed upon by congressional leaders?

• To fund new infrastructure projects

• To increase government spending

• To prevent a partial government shutdown

• To reduce taxes

How long is the funding extended for the six agencies mentioned in the agreement?

• Until next Friday

• Until September

• Until the end of the year

• Until March 22nd

What is the deadline for legislators to work out a larger deal to fully fund the government?

• End of the fiscal year

• Next Friday

• March 22nd

• September

When is the House scheduled to vote on the stopgap measure?

• Tuesday

• Thursday

• Wednesday

• Monday

What did the White House Press Secretary say about the bipartisan agreement?

• It would delay the House vote

• It would cut funding for national security

• It would help prevent a needless shutdown

• It would increase taxes