What does Preamble of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This bill makes further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The bill is entitled 'An Act making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.' The Senate resolves to pass the bill from the House of Representatives (H.R. 7147) with an amendment.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026.

What does REFERENCES. of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This section outlines how references to 'this Act' within the Act itself should be interpreted. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, references to 'this Act' are to be understood as referring only to the specific division of the Act in which the reference appears.

What does EXPLANATORY STATEMENT. of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This section establishes an explanatory statement for the Act. The explanatory statement, printed in the House Congressional Record on or about January 22, 2026, has the effect of a joint explanatory statement. Specific content within the explanatory statement related to 'U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement' and 'Border Security Operations' under 'U.S. Customs and Border Protection' is explicitly excluded. Amounts specified in the 'Final Bill' column for 'Border Security Operations' and 'U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement' within the 'Department of Homeland Security Act, 2026' table are set to $0.

What does STATEMENT OF APPROPRIATIONS. of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This section appropriates funds for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. Funds are allocated for various departments and offices, including the Office of the Secretary, Management Directorate, and Office of Inspector General. Specific amounts are designated for operations and support, procurement, construction, and improvements, and other expenses.

What does (a) The Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit a of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

The Secretary of Homeland Security must submit a report to the Department of Homeland Security's Inspector General. This report must list all grants and contracts awarded without full and open competition during fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The Inspector General will review the report to assess compliance with laws and regulations. The Inspector General must report the review's results to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees.

What does (a) Not later than 30 days after the last day of each of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

The Chief Financial Officer of the Department of Homeland Security must submit a monthly budget and staffing report. The report includes total obligations for the month and fiscal year, by appropriation and program levels. The initial staffing report sets the baseline for future staffing level changes.

What does (a) The Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This section requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify the House and Senate Appropriations Committees of any proposed transfers of funds. The funds in question are those available under section 9705(g)(4)(B) of title 31, United States Code, from the Department of the Treasury Forfeiture Fund. The notification must be made in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury. No funds identified for transfer may be obligated until the Appropriations Committees are notified.

What does All official costs associated with the use of Government of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

Official costs for Government aircraft use by DHS personnel are covered Costs are for supporting Secretary and Deputy Secretary official travel Funds come from the Office of the Secretary's allocated amounts

What does (a) The Under Secretary for Management shall brief the of Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 do?

This section requires the Under Secretary for Management to brief the House and Senate Appropriations Committees quarterly on Level 1 and Level 2 acquisition programs. The briefings must cover programs between the Acquisition Decision Event and Full Operational Capability, including those removed from the Master Acquisition Oversight List. Each briefing must include details such as the program's purpose, acquired capabilities, and sponsoring component. Information to be provided includes the number of units to be acquired, Acquisition Review Board status, and a comparison of current and initial program baselines. Lifecycle cost estimates, adjusted for comparison to the Future Years Homeland Security Program, are also required. The briefings must also include findings of independent verification and validation, or an explanation for its absence. A table displaying program fund obligations by fiscal year and a listing of prime and major subcontractors are required. Finally, the section mandates a description of risks to cost, schedule, or performance that could lead to a program breach. The Under Secretary for Management must also submit Acquisition Decision Memoranda to the Appropriations Committees within five business days of approval.

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Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026

Last updated: 4/2/2026 · Introduced: 1/20/2026

Author: Tom Cole (R-OK)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill appropriates funds for various departments and offices within the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026.
The Secretary of Homeland Security is required to submit monthly budget and staffing reports to Congress, detailing obligations and staffing levels.
Funds appropriated by the Act cannot be used for new pilots or demonstrations without prior documented information and a report on lessons learned.
The bill prohibits the establishment of new border crossing fees and restricts the use of funds for certain activities related to border security.
The Coast Guard is allocated specific funding for operations, procurement, and improvements, with restrictions on the use of funds for recreational vessel expenses.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is authorized to grant waivers for specific requirements and must brief Congress before announcing grant awards.
The bill includes provisions for the treatment of pregnant individuals in custody and restricts the use of funds for certain activities related to immigration enforcement.

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