In a pivotal late-night session on Monday, the US Senate passed a critical funding bill that could terminate the longest government shutdown in US history. The bill, which secured a 60-40 vote, saw nearly all Republicans align with eight Democrats who broke party ranks to support the measure. This bipartisan agreement funds federal operations until the end of January and aims to restore essential services and compensate furloughed employees. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives, where its passage is anticipated before President Donald Trump signs it into law. Trump had earlier indicated his willingness to endorse the legislation. The breakthrough follows a 41-day shutdown that disrupted air travel, left hundreds of thousands of federal workers without pay, and threatened vital food assistance programs. The bill includes provisions to backpay federal employees, extend funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) until September, and allocate full-year budgets for the Department of Agriculture and military construction. Additionally, it promises a December vote on extending healthcare subsidies, a key Democratic demand. While Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the bill for failing to address America’s healthcare crisis, supporters like Senator Tim Kaine emphasized the relief it brings to federal workers. The House, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, is set to deliberate the bill starting Wednesday, with every vote crucial given the Republicans’ narrow majority.