The recently passed continuing resolution (CR) will extend FY26 funding until December 11, 2026, preventing another government shutdown. Included in the CR is bipartisan language that would prohibit OMB from finalizing its Federal Assistance Guidelines rulemaking until at least December 11. This is a major win for the science community as it postpones the rule, buying more time for continued advocacy to have the rule withdrawn in its entirety. Your advocacy, whether by submitting comments to OMB, contacting your members of Congress, talking with your colleagues and neighbors about the impact of the proposed rule, had a DIRECT impact on this legislation. ASPET will continue to work and advocate for the withdrawal of the rulemaking and making your voice heard.