It’s the end of another fiscal year, and with it comes what can feel like a federal government tradition: the threat of a government shutdown. The key deadline to fund the government and keep agencies running is Tuesday at 11:59 p.m.

Republicans have crafted a short-term measure to fund the government through Nov. 21, but Democrats have insisted that the measure needs to address healthcare concerns.

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If the two parties cannot come to an agreement within hours, hundreds of thousands of federal employees could be furloughed, while others will be expected to work without paychecks.

Here's what to know.

When would a shutdown begin and how long would it last?

Right now, the government is funded through Tuesday at 11:59 p.m

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