Committee Approves FY27 National Security, Department of State Appropriations Act

April 28, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Committee met to consider the Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. The measure was approved by the Committee with a vote of 35 to 27.

National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Subcommittee Chairman Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL) said, "Responsible spending and a clear focus on national security have guided our work in this subcommittee over the past several years. The Fiscal Year 2027 NSRP legislation builds on that approach by advancing key national interests and ensuring disciplined use of taxpayer dollars. With the committee advancing this legislation, we are moving forward in our effort to strengthen U.S. security while maintaining responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars. This progress has been possible thanks to the leadership of Chairman Tom Cole and the continued support of my colleagues. Together, we have achieved an $11.7 billion reduction in total spending since Republicans took control, reaffirming our commitment to the American people – putting U.S. interests first, strengthening accountability, and directing every dollar toward a clear purpose."

Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) said, “The world is not standing still – and neither will American leadership. The FY27 NSRP bill delivers a decisive response with a disciplined, results-driven strategy that prioritizes the safety, strength, and prosperity of the United States. It draws a clear line: no more unfocused spending, no more blank checks, and no more policies that fail to deliver. We are directing resources to the highest-impact national security and economic priorities, reinforcing our alliances, and pushing back decisively against adversaries like Communist China and Iran. By cutting wasteful programs and demanding accountability from our partners, this legislation ensures every investment is used with purpose. Under Chairman Díaz-Balart’s leadership, we are putting America first and asserting strength where it matters most. With our third bill reported out of full committee, we are continuing to move with purpose – and advancing Article I and the mandate of our great nation."

Subcommittee Chairman Díaz-Balart's opening remarks are available here.
Chairman Cole's opening remarks are available here.

Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act

The National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs (NSRP) Appropriations Bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $47.32 billion, which is $2.69 billion (6%) below the Fiscal Year 2026 enacted level, and reflects priorities of the America First agenda.

Within the total cuts, the NSRP bill maintains robust funding for our allies like Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and Taiwan and counters adversaries such as the Communist People’s Republic of China (PRC), Iran, Cuba, and drug cartels – including those designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. The bill supports the President’s vision to refocus and realign foreign policy to make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous, while ensuring all funds are spent in a manner consistent with relevant executive orders.

Key Takeaways

Champions America First Foreign Policy by:

Redefining foreign assistance to promote self-sufficiency, bolster economic growth and stability, and protect United States national security.
Providing increased funds for the America First Opportunity Fund to ensure the Secretary of State has the flexibility to quickly respond to unforeseen opportunities to advance the America First foreign policy agenda.
Requiring consideration of a recipient partner country’s cooperation on United States priorities such as migration issues, opposing foreign adversaries, burden sharing, support for Taiwan’s participation in multilateral forums, and United Nations votes in determining economic assistance allocations.
Withholding all funds for Mexico, except funds to counter the flow of fentanyl, until the Secretary of State certifies that Mexico is delivering water owed to the United States – and allowing the Secretary to transfer any withheld funds to support water storage projects in the United States.
Prioritizing United States commercial interests, helping to create opportunities for American businesses abroad.
Prohibiting funds for organizations who may have hired terrorists that took part in the October 7th, 2023, mass atrocities – including the murder of 50 Americans since the initial attack – but refuse to cooperate with United States Inspector General investigations.

Supports the Trump Administration and mandate of the American people by:

Upholding America First priorities by promoting a foreign policy that supports our allies and counters our adversaries, focusing on the economic prosperity and national security of the United States, and eliminating contributions to multilateral organizations that are wasteful and antithetical to American values.
Codifying President Trump’s executive orders to ensure no wasteful spending on DEI or woke programs, climate change mandates, or radical gender ideologies.
Prohibiting funds for irresponsible migration, endorsing President Trump’s executive orders on border and migration.
Encouraging the Secretary of State to factor in countries’ cooperation – or lack thereof – on migration issues when determining the allocation of foreign assistance.
Prioritizing funds and policies to combat the flow of fentanyl and other illicit drugs into the United States.
Advancing the America First Global Health Strategy by continuing requirements for transition, reducing United States funding as partner countries take on responsibility and burden sharing, and supporting the Secretary through the Memorandum of Understanding and implementation planning process.
Defunding the United States Agency for Global Media while investing in the new International Communications Activities account, established in the President’s request.

Protects life, supports American values, and enhances our standing in the world by:

Maintaining all long-standing pro-life protections, including Helms, Kemp-Kasten, Tiahrt, and Siljander.
Enhancing oversight and transparency over program implementation in global health.
Prohibiting funds to the UN Population Fund (UNFPA).
Prohibiting funds in contravention of the rule published in the Federal Register on January 27, 2026, entitled “Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance.”
Banning “disinformation” and “misinformation” programs that violate the free speech rights of American citizens and businesses.
Promoting human flourishing in foreign assistance by prohibiting funds in contravention of the rules published in the Federal Register on January 27, 2026, entitled “Combating Gender Ideology in Foreign Assistance, and Combating Discriminatory Equity Ideology in Foreign Assistance.”
Removing vague references to “gender” and clearly stating our support for women and girls.
Allowing only the American flag and other official flags to be flown over United States embassies and consulates.
Prohibiting funds for the Pandemic and Arms Trade Treaties.
Supporting religious freedom programs abroad and religious freedom protections for faith-based organizations delivering foreign aid.
Holding foreign governments and bad actors accountable for persecuting people of faith, including by restricting assistance to Nigeria until measurable actions are taken to protect Christian communities suffering from religious violence.
Confronting human trafficking by prohibiting funding for countries and organizations that exploit Cuban doctors, while directing the Secretary of State to pull visas for officials involved in such practices.

Bolsters United States national security and border protections by:

Providing unwavering support for Israel by including not less than $3.3 billion in Foreign Military Financing Program funds.
Providing robust assistance for key United States partners Egypt and Jordan.
Including $500 million in Foreign Military Financing Program for Taiwan and $200 million in military assistance for the Philippines, as well as availability of Foreign Military Financing loans and loan guarantees.
Fully funding the Countering PRC Influence Fund at $400 million.
Providing $1.8 billion for United States national security interests in the Indo-Pacific and to counter the PRC’s malign influence.
Denying the Chinese Communist Party access to U.S.-backed resources by:
- Requiring opposition to multilateral development bank lending for the PRC.
- Requiring opposition to increased shareholding for China within the multilateral development banks.
- Prohibiting funds for the PRC, Chinese Communist Party, or for countries to repay debt owed to Communist China.
Prohibiting assistance to individuals or entities that support, finance, or facilitate the operations or commercial activities of the Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces, Ministry of Interior, or their affiliates.
Prohibiting funds to the Taliban.
Promoting freedom and national security in the Western Hemisphere.

Safeguards American taxpayer dollars and preserves core functions by:

Prioritizing fiscal sanity and eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse by strategically investing in partners to help them achieve long-term goals in the interest of United States national security.
Enhancing oversight and transparency requirements to ensure American taxpayer funds are not used by ineffective or fraudulent organizations.
Supporting efforts to reduce duplication, eliminate siloes, and streamline foreign policy under the direction of the Secretary of State to support a nimble and effective Department of State.
Eliminating funding for certain unauthorized programs, organizations, or functions.
Prohibiting funding for Biden-era executive orders on climate, gender, DEI, and other extraneous and radical programs that undermine American foreign policy.
Continuing to require the transition of global health programs toward greater country ownership and supporting the Department of State as they secure co-financing commitments from partner countries.
Prohibiting funds for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
Prioritizing diplomatic engagement to favorably resolve commercial disputes abroad and to promote American business interests overseas.
Refocusing attention on critical diplomatic functions, such as addressing passport applications and ensuring the safety and security of our embassies.

A summary of the bill is available here.

During the markup, Committee Republicans also stood with the America First agenda and rejected Democrat amendments that would have:

Restricted the implementation of the America First agenda.
Weakened U.S. immigration enforcement efforts, including the deportation of MS-13 members and other dangerous criminals to prisons in El Salvador.
Increased spending.
Diminished incentives for foreign partners to support allied priorities.
Forced investments for Gaza reconstruction.
Permitted taxpayer dollars to be used to promote abortion and fund the UN Population Fund.
Required a biased, anti-American report on foreign assistance.
Constrained the official work and responsibilities of Trump Administration officials.
Imposed progressive DEI and gender initiatives.
Hampered efforts to streamline government and save taxpayer dollars.

Adopted Amendments

Díaz-Balart #1 (Manager’s Amendment) – Makes technical, bipartisan changes to the bill and report.
- The amendment was adopted by voice vote.
Díaz-Balart #2 (Republican En Bloc) – Makes technical changes, withholds certain funds from being used to influence elections, reaffirms the Gulf of America, upholds religious liberty, protects freedom of speech, and supports the Secretary of State’s work to combat drug cartels and transnational criminal organizations.
- The amendment was adopted by a vote of 31 to 27.
Torres #1 – Blocks any effort to remove sanctions on human traffickers.
- The amendment was adopted by voice vote.
Espaillat #2 – Directs a report on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Guyana.
- The amendment was adopted by voice vote.

Bill text, before adoption of amendments, is available here.
Bill report, before adoption of amendments, is available here.

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