Federal Government Shutdown Impact

Federal Government Shutdown Impact

Washington, D.C., October 1, 2025, Yesterday, the Senate failed to pass a continuing resolution
(CR) that would fund the government ahead of the September 30 deadline so as of 12:01 am the
Federal Government has shutdown.

As a reminder, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has Advance Appropriations so Veterans
healthcare and benefits should not be interrupted. Approximately 97% of VA employees are
expected to be retained to perform essential functions.

NOVA is closely monitoring the situation and remains committed to supporting Veterans'
healthcare and services.

We continue to emphasize the importance of adequate staffing and are concerned about reports of
more layoffs and mass firings which could endanger continuity and access to care.
NOVA is the only professional nursing organization dedicated to advocating and supporting the
VA nurse.

Join us in supporting VA nurses—your voice matters. To become a NOVA member, click the link below.
Join - Nurses Organization of Veterans Affairs.

For more information about VA’s contingency plans: Human Capital Contingency Plan - VA
Contingency Planning