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baileymccrary Check-In 11/06/2025
Hello everyone! I'm here to provide some insights on the current federal government shutdown.
As you all are likely aware, the United States is currently in its longest-ever government shutdown. The pressure surrounding the shutdown has grown considerably since the beginning of the month, with many government employees missing their first paycheck. It is expected that as tensions continue to rise, a decision will be made about the budget within the next week or so. There are Congressional members on both side of the aisle meeting daily to discuss "off ramps" for this shutdown.
Of course, none of this is guaranteed, and it is important to stay in touch with your healthcare providers and health plans as you navigate treatment decisions during this difficult time. We collectively hope that our leaders will take action soon to end this shutdown.
We will keep our communities informed of any major changes regarding the shutdown. Thank you!
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Bailey,
Thank you for the update. I am hoping that the meetings of confessional members on both sides will be able to resolve this matter very soon.
We need telehealth back in place as we begin to approach flu season.
Thank you for all of your advocacy work for this community.
So happy to hear they will be reopening the government soon! Prayers answered!
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