Will government shutdown slow down border crossings to and from Canada?

Will the government shutdown affect the way you cross the border to and from Canada?

The federal government shut down in the early morning hours of Oct. 1 as lawmakers failed to reach an agreement over funding. All the while, mass layoffs are looming for some agencies.

During a government shutdown, "essential" government services like the U.S. Postal Service remain open and functional, while those deemed "non-essential," such as national parks, close or cut funding.

Border crossings between Canada and Vermont have continued to trend to the lowest level they have been in years, but keeping these ports of entry open is considered "essential" for travelers, whether it be for work, tourism, business, or family reasons.

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