Due to the lapse in government funding, only web sites supporting critical excepted functions will be available.

As a result, the information on this website may not be up to date, the transactions submitted via the website might not be processed, and the agency may not be able to respond to inquiries until appropriations are enacted. This condition will remain in place until congressional action to authorize further funding.

Updates regarding government operating status and resumption of normal operations can be found at http://www.usa.gov

The Office of Management and Budget section of WhiteHouse.gov will be updated during a funding lapse because it serves as a critical communication point on shut-down related communications for Federal agencies

Helpful links include:

• Guidance issued by OMB regarding agency operations during a lapse in funding.
• Contingency plans for Federal Agencies.