Continuing Resolution Authority

Continuing Resolution Authority (CRA) is a temporary funding measure used by the U.S. government to keep operations running when Congress has not yet passed full-year budgets. Instead of new appropriations, CRA allows agencies to operate at the previous year's funding levels for a set period, ensuring continuity of services. This prevents government shutdowns while ongoing negotiations or budget appropriations are completed. CRA provides stability and predictability, giving lawmakers additional time to finalize annual budgets without disrupting essential government functions.