The bill heads to Biden’s desk. It includes $110 billion in disaster aid, $30 billion in farm aid, and extends the farm bill for one year.

The bill eliminates two provisions that prevented public sector employees from receiving full Social Security benefits, which their unions strongly opposed.

Republicans and Democrats are concerned about Kennedy’s views on issues including vaccinations, pesticides, and abortion.

The new deal was negotiated after Trump opposed a previous bill.

Elon Musk joined the debate earlier, urging lawmakers to reject the 1,547-page funding measure.

The bill will enable government funding to March 14 after Congress failed to enact permanent bills on time, continuing a trend since 1997.

The Republicans’ slim majorities, especially in the Senate, mean some Democratic support may be necessary to pass key initiatives.

A report by the Congressional Budget Office indicates these unauthorized programs received $516 billion in funding for fiscal year 2024.

At the start of the new Congress, Republicans can’t afford to lose a single House vote. Just one resignation or defection could cost them the majority.

The two have been chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to lead government financial reforms through a new advisory board.