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Government shutdown October 1st: what happens and why it matters

A government shutdown begins on October 1 when Congress has not enacted all regular appropriations bills or a continuing resolution before the start of the fiscal year. This exp...

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Can You Take Pictures in the White House: Policy, Permissions, and Practice

Generally, yes, you can take pictures in parts of the White House, but only under tightly controlled conditions and never in sensitive or secure areas. Public tours allow photog...

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When Is Congress Out of Session?

Congress is out of session during formally declared recesses and adjournments between sessions. A session runs from January 3 of odd-numbered years until noon on January 3 of th...

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