House Speaker Mike Johnson is working on a short-term funding bill to keep the government open until March 14, including disaster relief and assistance to farmers. Negotiations are ongoing between congressional leaders to reach a bipartisan agreement before the December 20 deadline. Some House conservatives have criticized the last-minute negotiations and lack of transparency in the process. Despite concerns, Johnson remains focused on governing and is not worried about the upcoming speaker vote in January. The House plans to pass a bill to fund the government and address disaster relief and agricultural needs before the holiday break.
Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/congress-scrambles-finalize-short-term-bill-shutdown-deadline-days-awa-rcna183432