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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2002

Both chambers of Congress agreed on Wednesday to return to session after the elections in order to pass the federal government's appropriations bills.

The House and Senate approved what is called a "continuing resolution." It allows funding to flow at current levels until the new budget is passed.

Congress has passed just one appropriations bill covering defense and military spending.

Get the Story:
Stopgap Spending Bill Passes (The Washington Post 10/17)
Congress Will Return to Budget After Election (The New York Times 10/17)
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