The U.S. House of Representatives is set to take up legislation on Monday aimed at ending a partial government shutdown that began over the weekend, with a final vote expected Tuesday.
Funding for the Pentagon, the Department of Transportation, and several other agencies expired Saturday, as disputes over immigration enforcement delayed approval of spending legislation. So far, the disruption has been limited, with “essential” workers—such as military personnel and air traffic controllers—remaining on duty.
Since 1977, the government has experienced 10 funding gaps of three days or less, most with minimal impact, according to the Congressional Research Service. Unlike the 43-day shutdown in October–November 2025, this closure is expected to be brief.
A bipartisan deal to restore funding and allow continued negotiations on immigration enforcement passed the Senate Friday, and Republican leaders in the House are preparing for a swift vote.
Representative Tom Emmer of Minnesota, the chamber’s No. 3 Republican, said the House vote is scheduled for Tuesday. A House committee will review the measure Monday, with debate potentially continuing late into the night.
Passage is not guaranteed. Republicans hold a narrow 218-213 majority in the House, while Democrats will gain an additional seat when newly elected member Christian Menefee of Texas is sworn in.
Some House Democrats have criticized the deal, negotiated between President Donald Trump and Senate counterparts, saying it should allow more time to set limits on federal immigration agents enforcing Trump’s crackdown. Last month, Department of Homeland Security agents killed two U.S. citizens in Minnesota, sparking widespread outrage.
Some conservative Republicans may also voice objections, adding further uncertainty to the vote.