Senate Democrats on Friday unveiled a new proposal to reopen the government, which has now reached the longest shutdown in U.S. history.

The plan calls for passing a clean short-term funding bill while negotiations continue on a bipartisan spending package. It would also extend existing Affordable Care Act tax credits for one year to prevent major increases in health insurance costs next year. Additionally, the proposal would establish a bipartisan committee to pursue longer-term reforms aimed at reducing health care costs.

It is unclear whether Democrats can secure the 60 votes needed to advance the measure in the Senate. The proposal would also need approval from the House before reaching the president’s desk.

The White House reacted to the move, calling it “a huge climbdown from thei

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