The U.S. government has officially reopened after a historic 43-day shutdown, allowing federal agencies to resume normal operations and enabling more than a million employees to return to work.
With essential services, national institutions, and public programs restarting, communities across the country are beginning to recover from the disruptions experienced over the past several weeks. Back pay is expected to reach workers starting this weekend, offering much-needed relief for families affected during the closure.
While reopening marks meaningful progress, the shutdown’s impacts continue to be felt in sectors such as air travel, tourism and small businesses, which are still working toward stability. Attention in the Senate is now shifting to an upcoming vote on health care tax credits.
These credits help millions of Americans afford their monthly insurance premiums, and Senate Democrats secured a commitment for a vote next month. The outcome will determine whether these credits are extended or allowed to expire, which would lead to higher costs for many households.
IAICC is hopeful that the end of the shutdown will create space for steady progress and constructive policymaking. We look forward to continued positive momentum that strengthens essential services and supports communities and working families nationwide.