Last month, Congress voted for Speaker Johnson's (R-LA) two-step continuing resolution to fund the government until early next year.

The first step ensures funding for specific areas like military construction, Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and energy and water programs. This funding is secure until January 19.

The second step covers the remaining government programs, including the Department of Defense and various social programs, and it provides funding until February 2. This two-step approach allows time for Speaker Johnson to work on a plan

that satisfies conservative members of his party and allows both Republicans and Democrats to agree on overall funding levels.

The Mil-ConVA appropriations were untouched and remain unchanged.