Most fiscal years begin with a continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government operating. These CRs don’t usually vary significantly from year to year. This year, the House has passed a fiscal year (FY) 2026 CR (H.R. 5371) to keep the federal government operating through November 21. The legislation would also extend funding for several expiring health and human services programs. The Senate rejected the House-passed CR today.
This brief highlights CR provisions of interest to states. No matter what happens, the provisions described here are almost certain to be in the final CR; the question is whether and what additional provisions are included. Table 1 at the end of the brief compares funding in the CR to current and proposed funding for selected grants.