The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history is nearing an end. Maricopa’s congressman says he’s ready to finish the job.

Late last night, the U.S. Senate voted 60-40 to advance a repackaged House-passed spending bill that would fund the government through Jan. 30. The measure also extends funding for military construction and veterans affairs, the Department of Agriculture and the Legislative Branch through Sept. 30, 2026.

The bill now heads back to the House of Representatives, where Rep. Eli Crane (R-Ariz.) said he looks forward to voting again to reopen the government.

“This is a positive development for many Americans who have faced furloughs, missed paychecks, travel disruptions and uncertainty over lapses in critical programs,” Crane said in a press release tod

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