KnowGovRepresentation. Influence. Action.
BillHR 7744 · 119

Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026

Introduced
Mar 2, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 9, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds the Department of Homeland Security for 2026, providing money for its operations and activities. Allocates financial resources for the department's various programs and services.

Sponsored By

Tom Cole
Republican · Oklahoma · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 2, 2026
  5. Mar 9, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the Department of Homeland Security and its employees, as it determines their budget and resource allocation for 2026. It also impacts individuals and communities who receive services and support from the department, such as those related to border security, disaster response, and cybersecurity.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%
Latest floor voteMar 5, 2026
221–209

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Appropriations
IntroducedMar 2, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 9, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Subjects
  • Economy
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.