Senate Sends President Biden Bill Averting Federal Shutdown

The House approved a short-term funding measure, but the Senate needed to vote on it to extend funding through March 11th. A bipartisan vote in the Senate averted a government shutdown, despite a partisan battle over Republican-led amendments. The short-term extension is a temporary solution as Congress debates a larger funding package, with disagreements on spending priorities. Democratic leaders aim to pass President Biden's budget to keep the government funded until September, but future funding challenges remain.

What was the outcome of the House vote regarding the short-term funding measure?

What date is the funding extended through according to the text?

What is the significance of the bipartisan vote mentioned in the text?

What were the main points of contention during the Senate's vote?

What are the implications of Congress continuing to 'kick the can down the road'?