How often does Congress enact all 12 spending bills before the end of the fiscal year?

Budget Process By Kevin R. Kosar September 30, 2025

Source: USAFacts.org

The Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 requires Congress to pass twelve appropriations bills before the September 30, the end of the fiscal year. The failure to pass such bills produces federal funding lapses, aka, partial or full government shutdowns. The status of the appropriations process may be found in Congress’gov’s Appropriations Status Table.

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