Start Here Back to Work: House Expected to End Shutdown
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Nov 12, 2025 Jay O'Brien, an ABC News Capitol Hill correspondent, breaks down the government's potential resolution to the shutdown, detailing the necessary steps and the impact on federal programs. Meanwhile, Mary Kikatos, a medical unit reporter, sheds light on infant botulism and the ByHeart baby formula recall, offering crucial advice for parents. The conversation also touches on the emotional fallout of online impersonation scams, featuring a man who received hundreds of messages after his photo was misused by scammers.
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Shutdown Ends Once House Affirms Senate Bill
- The House must formally pass the Senate's rewritten funding bill to end the shutdown and restart federal operations.
- Delays hinge less on votes and more on getting members back to the Capitol amid chaotic travel.
Check Agency Updates After Reopening
- Expect critical federal programs like SNAP to resume funding and deliver benefits quickly after the government reopens.
- Check official agency updates because distribution timing and adjustments may cause short delays.
Expect Back Pay For Federal Employees
- Federal workers should expect back pay for missed wages once funding is restored, including essential and furloughed staff.
- Monitor agency payroll communications for timing and method of payments.