Senate Democrats blocked a House-passed spending plan on Tuesday, missing Wednesday morning’s deadline and prompting a government shutdown. Civilian personnel whose work is not considered essential will be furloughed for the duration of the shutdown. The Department of War published contingency guidance on Friday in anticipation of a shutdown. According to a report from MilitaryTimes, Oct. 1 paychecks for service members will not be affects, but the first pay period after the shutdown could affect the Oct. 15 paycheck. “A shutdown could directly and indirectly affect [credit union] operations, including member paychecks, loan repayments, mortgage and credit card payments,” she said.