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Congress Secures Funding, Protects Trans Rights Ahead of Deadline

1/21/2026

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The U.S. House and Senate finalized appropriations bills funding the federal government through September 30, removing anti-transgender riders from many bills.
U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride praised removing riders that threatened transgender access to education and healthcare.
U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro highlighted the broader implications of funding lapses.
U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna opposed funding for ICE.
Congress must pass the bills by the end of January to prevent a government shutdown.

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Story summary

The U.S. House and Senate finalized appropriations bills funding the federal government through September 30, removing anti-transgender riders from many bills.
U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride praised removing riders that threatened transgender access to education and healthcare.
U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro highlighted the broader implications of funding lapses.
U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna opposed funding for ICE.
Congress must pass the bills by the end of January to prevent a government shutdown.