When did government shut down?
The United States federal government shutdown from midnight EST on December 22, 2018, until January 25, 2019 (35 days) was the longest U.S. government shutdown in history and the second and final federal government shutdown involving furloughs during the presidency of Donald Trump.
Can I fly if the government shuts down?
Because the airlines’ operations are overall unaffected by the government shutdown, they are not offering any waivers or complimentary flight changes due to long lines or terminal closures. If you do miss your flight because of a long line, however, you may still be able to get to your final destination.
Which airports are affected by shutdown?
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
When was the last time the government was shut down?
The Last Shutdown. The last time the federal government was shut down occurred from Dec. 16, 1995 until Jan. 6, 1996, after President Bill Clinton vetoed spending bill passed by the Republican-controlled Congress.
What would happen if the government shutdown?
A government shutdown would be no minor inconvenience. It would cost the country billions of dollars in lost economic activity and would likely create hardships for millions of Americans, including veterans, farmers, the sick and the unemployed.
Why does the federal government shut down?
Government shutdowns in the United States occur when there is a failure to pass funding legislation to finance the government for its next fiscal year or a temporary funding measure.
How many times has the government shutdown?
The U.S. government has been shut down 18 times since Congress adopted its current rules on passing budgets and spending bills, as Vox points out. Most of the shutdowns have not been too long.