Committee quickly approves continuing-resolution joint resolution to avoid lapse in appropriations

Jan 20, 2026

Senate Finance approved a routine joint continuing-resolution (S.769) to allow state government to continue operating if no annual appropriation act is in effect at the start of the fiscal year. The measure received brief consideration and a favorable report.

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The Finance Committee voted to report S.769 favorably without extended debate. Staff explained the bill is a standard joint resolution that provides for the continuing operation of state government if the General Assembly has not passed an annual appropriation before the new fiscal year.

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