Nevada senators Rosen, Cortez Masto cross party lines in vote to end shutdown - The Nevada Independent

Nevada Senators Support Vote to End Government Shutdown

On Sunday, the Senate took an initial step toward ending the government shutdown after a group of moderate Democrats, including Nevada Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto, agreed to proceed with a procedural vote. This move came despite no guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, which upset many members of their party wanting to continue the fight.

Senate Vote Details

In a test vote crucial for advancing the process, the Senate passed a 60-40 motion to move forward with compromise legislation that would fund the government. This vote sets the stage for a later decision on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, which are set to expire in January.

The final approval of the legislation could take several more days, depending on any Democratic objections that may cause delays.

No Guarantee on ACA Subsidies Extension

The agreement does not promise an extension of the Affordable Care Act subsidies, a demand Democrats have been pushing for nearly six weeks. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer voted against advancing the package, joined by most of his Democratic colleagues.

Differences Between Nevada Senators

Though Senator Cortez Masto repeatedly supported the Republican-backed bill to end the shutdown, the two Nevada senators had previously differed on the issue. Senator Rosen stated that her constituents did not send her to Washington to surrender to Republicans. However, the prolonged shutdown's heavy toll ultimately compelled a shift toward compromise.

"Nevadans had not sent her to Washington to 'cave' to Republicans."

Author’s summary: Moderate Nevada senators broke party lines to advance a vote ending the longest U.S. government shutdown, prioritizing compromise despite unresolved health care subsidy extensions.

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The Nevada Independent The Nevada Independent — 2025-11-10

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