Federal government shutdowns can cause missed paychecks for federal workers, which can increase stress and distraction among those workers and can disrupt government operations such as airport operations.
October 31, 2025
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Describes general operational impacts of federal shutdowns on federal employees and public services.
Common consequences of a prolonged U.S. federal government shutdown include missed paychecks for federal employees, interruptions or reductions in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, and reductions in airport operations.
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These are typical operational and service impacts reported during extended federal funding lapses.