Congress Passes Clean CR, Ending Longest Shutdown in History

November 13, 2025 — This week, Congress ended the longest government shutdown in history by passing a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to reopen the government. HUD programs will continue to operate at existing funding levels while lawmakers work toward a longer-term budget agreement for FY 26. The temporary funding bill closely mirrors the clean CR that passed in the House, back in October.

• On Monday night, November 10, the Senate passed the CR 60-40 with seven Democrats and one Democratic-leaning Independent joining Republicans to reopen the government at FY 25 funding levels through January 30, 2026. The bill was then sent to the House.
• Last night, the CR passed the House 222-209, with six Democrats voting for the CR and two Republicans voting against it.
• President Trump signed the bill yesterday evening at the White House, shortly following the House vote.

The CR allows HUD to use unobligated funds from Tenant Protection Vouchers, Housing Choice Voucher administrative fees, and special purpose vouchers to cover shortfalls under the Housing Choice Voucher Program. The bill also prevents any Reduction in Force (RIF) through January 30, 2026, and reverses the RIFs issued by the Trump Administration during the shutdown. 

Negotiations over full-year FY 26 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) funding are ongoing. 

NAHRO extends its sincere thanks to everyone who contacted their Members of Congress to underscore the importance of stable funding for housing and community development programs during the shutdown. NAHRO also thanks HUD for its efforts to ensure that no public housing resident or Section 8 voucher holder lost access to their assistance during the shutdown. 

Now that the government has reopened, Congress will turn its attention to Fiscal Year 2026 funding. The work isn’t over – your advocacy remains critical. Act now! Tell Congress to provide robust, adequate funding for housing and community development programs in FY 2026. Send your letter today!