Politics & Government

How Would A Government Shutdown Affect Massachusetts?

Unless the U.S. Senate can reach a deal on funding the government, the shutdown will start at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday.

(CBS Boston)

September 30, 2025

State agencies in Massachusetts are being asked to share their plans for a possible government shutdown this week.

Find out what's happening in Across Massachusettsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The Office of the Comptroller said in a memo to cabinet secretaries and department heads that they have until Tuesday at 5 p.m. to "provide a summary of any concerns that they have with the continued availability of federal funding," particularly when it comes to payroll for employees who are paid from federal sources.

Unless the U.S. Senate can reach a deal on funding the government, the shutdown will start at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday. Here's how the impacts would be felt in Massachusetts.

Find out what's happening in Across Massachusettsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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