The U.S. Senate voted Monday, 60 to 40, to end the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history. Now it’s up to the House of Representatives to put an end to the contentious 41-day work stoppage.

Seven Democratic senators and one independent voted with Republicans to reach a deal to fund the government through January.

The House has been on recess since mid-September. Members are expected to return to Washington quickly to vote on the legislation. Democrats were hoping to force Republicans to extend health care tax credits that expire Jan. 1. That debate remains unresolved.

The shutdown has caused national chaos for many. Food programs were interrupted and travel delays have been widespread with the holiday season fast approaching.

The bill reinstates federal workers laid off

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