National Zoo
WILL SHUT DOWN The National Zoo will be shutting its doors to the public starting today. And that means the live stream of cute pandas also won’t be running.
Research
WILL SHUT DOWN Federal Aviation Administration development projects to improve air traffic control system and improve car safety.
NASA
WILL SHUT DOWN 97 percent of workers will be furloughed.
Science
WILL SHUT DOWN Scientists in polar programs such as the Arctic and support staff.
Life on Capitol Hill
WILL SHUT DOWN The House gift shop, barber shop, dry cleaning , shoe shine and wellness center.
Who’s Essential
WILL SHUT DOWN The entire federal government will divide between “essential” or excepted employees and “non-essential” or non-excepted employees.
Communication
WILL SHUT DOWN Furloughed employees may have their smart phones taken away.
Funding
WILL SHUT DOWN Two key functions will be on hold until Congress approves new funding: foreign military aid and payments to non-governmental organizations.
Tourist Attractions
WILL SHUT DOWN Washington, D.C.’s 45 fountains, which are run by the National Park Service, have all been turned off.