Another vote on stopgap funding to end the partial federal government shutdown failed Wednesday, with Indiana senators voting along party lines.

Republican Sens. Jim Banks and Todd Young voted yes on Wednesday, Oct. 22, in a 54-46 vote. At least 60 votes are needed for the bill to pass.

Now some federal employees could start to see more effects on their budgets if a bill to fund their paychecks doesn't pass. Here's what's happening.

What is the Shutdown Fairness Act?

Sponsored by Ron Johnson, R-Wisconsin, the Shutdown Fairness Act would pay some essential employees during the shutdown. Those include air traffic controllers, military members and border patrol agents.

USA TODAY reported that Senate Democrats are expected to block the bill, arguing that the Trump administration sho

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