US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB5405

Introduced
9/16/25  

Caption

Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025

Impact

If enacted, HB 5405 will significantly alter the budgetary process at the federal level. The bill mandates that appropriations for programs will automatically continue at specified levels if a new budget is not passed. This would effectively set a safety net for federal agencies, allowing them to maintain operations at a defined percentage (up to 94 percent) of the previous year's funding. The impact is poised to reduce uncertainty for federal programs reliant on timely appropriations, which can enhance government efficiency and public service delivery.

Summary

House Bill 5405, titled the ‘Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025’, aims to amend Title 31 of the United States Code to introduce automatic continuing appropriations. The intent of the bill is to provide a financial mechanism that allows for the uninterrupted functioning of federal programs and projects even during periods when regular appropriations are not enacted. This is designed to mitigate the impact of government shutdowns, ensuring that federal services continue to operate smoothly without delays in funding.

Contention

The passage of HB 5405 is expected to bring about discussions regarding the balance of power in budget appropriations. On one hand, proponents argue that automatic continuing appropriations would relieve the cycle of uncertainty that accompanies government shutdowns, thus safeguarding public services. Critics, however, may express concerns over potential overreach and diminished legislative oversight, arguing that it could reduce the effectiveness of budgetary negotiations and accountability, potentially allowing the continuation of inefficient programs without the necessary scrutiny.

Companion Bills

US SB499

Same As Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025

Previously Filed As

US SB499

Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025

US SB2721

Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025

US HB5130

Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025

US HB5542

End Government Shutdowns Act

US HB5870

Prevent Government Shutdowns Act

US SB2806

Eliminate Shutdowns Act

US HB5552

Eliminate Shutdowns Act

US SB1077

CalFresh: federal government shutdowns.

US SB3085

Firearm Access During Shutdowns Act of 2025

US HB6023

Government Shutdown Efficiency Act

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