As of 12:01 a.m. EST on October 1, 2025, Congress failed to reach a funding agreement to keep the government open. I voted for a commonsense plan in the House to extend current funding through November 21, 2025. Unfortunately, the Senate blocked that plan — resulting in a shutdown that has disrupted federal workers’ paychecks, slowed federal agency operations, and created uncertainty for families who depend on government services and benefits.
How Team Nunn Is Helping
Even during the shutdown, Team Nunn remains available to assist constituents across Iowa’s Third District. We can continue to submit requests and advocate on your behalf. However, because many federal agencies are operating with reduced staffing levels, we may experience delays in response times.
What’s Still Operating
Many essential services, like Social Security and other benefit program payments, will continue as Congress works toward a solution. These include:
- Social Security and SSI payments
- Medicare and Medicaid benefits
- VA medical care and most benefits (though some regional offices may close)
- SNAP benefits (a prolonged shutdown could create disruptions)
- Disability payments
- Mail delivery
- Federal law enforcement and military operations
- Air travel and TSA operations
- Federal employee retirement payments
- Student aid (Pell Grants, Federal Direct Student Loans, etc.)
- Visa and passport services (with possible delays)
Stay Informed
I am committed to keeping you updated about how the shutdown may or may not affect you. For the most up-to-date information on the government shutdown:
- Follow us on X, Instagram, and Facebook
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Visit the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) website for agency-specific updates
Residents of Iowa’s Third District can contact our offices in Des Moines, Creston, Ottumwa, and Washington, D.C. with questions, to share comments about the government shutdown, or to receive assistance navigating federal agency issues.