Congress battling possible government shutdown as recess ends

Congress returns from recess with the pressing task of approving spending bills to avoid a government shutdown by September 30.

Congress returns from recess with the pressing task of approving spending bills to avoid a government shutdown by September 30. WASHINGTON —

Congress returns Monday from a monthlong recess with the urgent task of approving spending bills to prevent a government shutdown by Sept. 30 .

There are several paths Congress can take. The House and Senate can approve a dozen annual spending bills to fund the government for the next fiscal year. Latest Forecast ° F FEELS LIKE No weather data available

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So far, the House has approved two out of 12 , including one for military spending, while the Senate approved