The Senate failed to advance a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Thursday, paving the way for another partial government shutdown.

The partial government shutdown began Saturday, but will the House vote today to reopen? Here's the latest on government shutdown 2026.

OPM's shutdown guidance also added a section stating that performance-based adverse actions against employees are allowed in some cases during a funding lapse.

How long will the partial government shutdown 2026 last as a House vote looms? Here's the latest predictions and odds of the shutdown's length.

The IRS's ability to stay open during a shutdown depends on funding. How will filings and refunds be impacted?

The IRS opened tax filing for the 2025–2026 season on Jan. 26 amid concerns over refund statuses due to a partial government shutdown. Average refunds could reportedly rise to $4,200, but delays may occur if the IRS scales back services during the shutdown.