http://www.anengineerindc.com/2011/01/continuing-resolution.htm Quote: "So what happens when they don't pass a budget? Then you're in the dreaded realm of the Continuing Resolution: Each month, you're only allowed to spend 1/12th of last year's budget; No new contracts can be awarded or new projects started; When the Continuing Resolution ends, you must spend whatever new money you receive in a shorter period of time to not have excessive carry-over in the next year."