US Government Shutdown: Is the end in sight?

Core Points - US lawmakers have advanced a government funding bill, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown in history, which has lasted for 40 days [1][2][11] - The bill requires 60 votes to advance, and while an agreement has been reached, the shutdown is not yet over as further votes are needed [2][4] - Democrats initially held out for health care tax credits to remain low for millions of Americans, but ultimately received a promise for a later vote on extending those credits [3][6] Legislative Developments - A bipartisan spending package has been proposed to fund part of the government for the remainder of the fiscal year, while the other half will continue current funding until the end of January [4][5] - There is potential for another government shutdown if concerns arise again, particularly regarding health care costs and tax credits [5][6] Market and Economic Impact - The current shutdown has not caused as much market panic as previous ones, despite its length, indicating a shift in market sentiment [7][8] - The military was expected to face payment issues earlier in the shutdown, but funding has been managed to alleviate immediate pressures [9] - Polling indicates that Americans are more likely to blame Republicans for the shutdown, which may influence future political dynamics [10][11]