The government shutdown has entered its third week, and there are still no signs of a resolution.The government shutdown is affecting approximately 47,000 federal workers in Central Florida, with many facing furloughs and delayed payments. The shutdown started on Oct. 1 after Democrats rejected a short-term funding fix and demanded that the bill include an extension of federal subsidies for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, according to AP News. As we enter the holiday season, some travelers are wondering whether the shutdown could affect their plans.Many federal employees are being instructed not to come to work, while others will continue working without pay until the shutdown is resolved.Congressman Maxwell Frost, D-Orlando, said people can expect delays in passport processing, which is a significant issue in Orlando. At the airport, TSA agents are expected to remain on the job for now, but training will be put on hold. Orlando International Airport released a statement saying, “We have developed contingency plans should there be a dramatic decrease in the number of TSA agents processing passengers. We are in conversations with local TSA, CBP, and FAA agencies and hope there will be a resolution soon.” Despite the situation, local airport officials have not expressed any concerns regarding potential travel disruptions.To check wait times at MCO, click here.

ORLANDO, Fla. —

The government shutdown has entered its third week, and there are still no signs of a resolution.

The government shutdown is affecting approximately 47,000 federal workers in Central Florida, with many facing furloughs and delayed payments.

The shutdown started on Oct. 1 after Democrats rejected a short-term funding fix and demanded that the bill include an extension of federal subsidies for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, according to AP News.

As we enter the holiday season, some travelers are wondering whether the shutdown could affect their plans.

Many federal employees are being instructed not to come to work, while others will continue working without pay until the shutdown is resolved.

Congressman Maxwell Frost, D-Orlando, said people can expect delays in passport processing, which is a significant issue in Orlando.

At the airport, TSA agents are expected to remain on the job for now, but training will be put on hold.

Orlando International Airport released a statement saying, “We have developed contingency plans should there be a dramatic decrease in the number of TSA agents processing passengers. We are in conversations with local TSA, CBP, and FAA agencies and hope there will be a resolution soon.”

Despite the situation, local airport officials have not expressed any concerns regarding potential travel disruptions.

To check wait times at MCO, click here.