Government Shutdown Enters Second Month
As the government shutdown enters its second month, approximately 650,000 employees are receiving renewed furlough notices.
This time, the notices do not guarantee back pay for the employees. The shutdown is now in its 31st day, and agencies are required to send updated notices every 30 days to maintain clarity between shutdown furloughs and more permanent cost-saving measures.
The current funding lapse could surpass the record-setting 35-day impasse from 2018-2019 as early as next week.
The government shutdown is poised to enter its second month on Saturday.
- 650,000 employees are affected by the furlough notices.
- The shutdown has entered its 31st day.
- The funding lapse could surpass the 35-day record from 2018-2019.
Author's summary: Shutdown enters second month, affecting 650,000 employees.