What is the current status of HR 7147?

HR 7147 is currently: Became Law.

How did the House vote on HR 7147?

In the House, the recorded vote was 220 yea to 207 nay (Passed).

Who sponsored HR 7147?

HR 7147 was sponsored by Tom Cole (R), Rep.

Funding for Homeland Security Operations

IntroducedJanuary 20, 2026

Became Law3 months ago

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Became Public Law No: 119-86.

Economics and Public FinanceCongressional oversightEmployment and training programsDepartment of Homeland SecurityExecutive agency funding and structureDetention of personsFirst responders and emergency personnelAviation and airportsEmployee benefits and pensionsEmergency planning and evacuationComputer security and identity theftCustoms enforcementAppropriationsDepartment of TransportationBorder security and unlawful immigrationCoast guardDisaster relief and insuranceFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Citizenship and naturalizationDirector of National Intelligence

Why This Matters

This bill secures funding for various operations within the Department of Homeland Security, focusing on enhancing security and oversight. It aims to improve the effectiveness of national security efforts through better management and resources.

If you work in national security, this bill means more resources and support for your job.

Who this affects

employees in national security · contractors in emergency management

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides over $2 billion for the Department of Homeland Security's operations and support.
2It allocates funds for management, intelligence, and protective services to enhance national security.
3The bill includes money for improving facilities and modernizing equipment used by security agencies.
4It requires reports on grants and contracts to ensure transparency and compliance with laws.
5The funding will remain available for several years to support ongoing projects and needs.

Read the detailed summary

Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026This bill provides continuing FY2026 appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through May 22, 2026. It is known as a continuing resolution (CR) and ends the partial DHS shutdown that began on February 14, 2026, due to a lapse in appropriations for DHS. The CR generally funds most DHS agencies and programs at the FY2025 levels through the earlier of May 22, 2026, or the enactment of the FY2026 DHS appropriations act. The bill also authorizes back pay, in accordance with current law, for federal employees who were affected by the partial DHS shutdown. Finally, the bill ratifies and approves certain obligations that were incurred during the partial DHS shutdown, including obligations incurred to maintain the essential level of activity to protect life and property and bring about an orderly termination of government functions.

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