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Appropriations Movement Signals Dialogue
- Democrats hotlined a package of appropriations bills, marking the most movement on spending since the shutdown began.
- This signals bipartisan talks are happening even though it does not by itself reopen the government.
Health Subsidies Are The Real Sticking Point
- The shutdown's core dispute remains the ACA subsidy/Obamacare issue, which appropriations progress does not resolve.
- Ending the shutdown requires separate action on health-care subsidies tied to open enrollment.
November Deadlines Could Force Action
- November 1 marks key deadlines: SNAP benefits and LIHEAP funding begin to run out and open enrollment starts.
- Those imminent pressures could force lawmakers to negotiate an end to the shutdown.