Completing FY26: Committee Releases Conferenced Defense, Homeland, LHHS, and THUD Bills

January 19, 2026

Washington, D.C. – Moving FY26 appropriations toward the finish line and delivering on its commitment to the American people, the House Appropriations Committee today released the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. Negotiated and delivered on a bipartisan, bicameral basis, the conferenced legislation for the Defense; Homeland; Labor, Health and Human Services, Education; and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development titles makes targeted Fiscal Year 2026 investments to support America’s brave military heroes, uphold strong border security and emergency preparedness, strengthen education and health, and bolster transportation safety and infrastructure. The provisions secure an America First future, where defense, innovation, and connectivity keep the U.S. strong, secure, and competitive. This announcement marks the advancement of full-year FY26 funding across all 12 bills.

Chairman Tom Cole said, “Ronald Reagan once said that ‘America is too great for small dreams.’ I agree – and I know President Trump does too. The U.S. has always been a nation of builders – of ideas, infrastructure, opportunity, and security. With 250 years behind us, we’ve forged the greatest volunteer military in the world, transformed transportation through the Interstate Highway System, supported breakthroughs like unlocking the genetic code, and transformed security preparedness across domains. These bills recognize that legacy – and the obligation to carry it forward. It reflects the core tenets of American strength: combat-ready forces, secure communities, effective education and health systems, and modern transportation. At every level, it applies innovation and discipline to deliver results without waste. Chairmen Aderholt, Calvert, Womack, and Amodei have delivered policies that invest in the long arc of American leadership. Because the centuries behind us prove one thing: the future belongs to those willing to build it. At a time when many believed completing the FY26 process was out of reach, we’ve shown that challenges are opportunities. It’s time to get it across the finish line.”

Background:

Moving these bills forward marks the final steps in completing all 12 FY26 appropriations bills.
Gone are the days of rushed, Christmas omnibuses. Thanks to Republican governance, funding decisions will move through a deliberate, member-driven process that emphasizes transparency, accountability, and timely consideration.
The measures were negotiated between House and Senate Subcommittee leadership, which included Republican Reps. Robert Aderholt, Ken Calvert, Steve Womack, and Mark Amodei and Senators Mitch McConnell, Shelley Moore Capito, Cindy Hyde-Smith, and Katie Britt.
Defense measures champion America’s military superiority, ensuring our troops can deter, fight, and win. Strategic investments restore military strength, accelerate innovation, and reinforce President Trump’s peace through strength agenda. The bill also bolsters U.S. industrial supply chains, delivers next-generation weapons and assets, and includes a well-earned pay raise for our troops.
Homeland measures end the weak, Biden-era posture that fueled the worst border crisis in history by implementing policies that keep Americans and our homeland safe. We advance the America First promise of empowering our frontline agents to uphold our laws, deport criminal aliens, confront bad actors, and protect our country. From our borders and ports to aviation and cyber, we deliver the personnel, training, and technology to reinforce our security at every level.
LHHS measures demonstrate the will of the American people who mandated new priorities and accountability in government, including priorities to “Make America Healthy Again” and “Make America Skilled Again.” Investments are directed to where they matter most: into lifesaving biomedical research and resilient medical supply chains, classrooms and training that prepare the next generation for success, and rural hospitals and primary care to end the chronic disease epidemic.
THUD measures allow the nation to build stronger, travel safer, and support growth. Reflecting key pieces of the America First agenda, it enhances resources for FAA facilities and equipment to modernize air traffic control, hire needed controllers, and accelerate the deployment of new technologies. From our roads and bridges to our ports and skies, it supports the safety and security of vital transit systems. It also empowers local communities through economic development priorities and resources to help vulnerable Americans.
No poison pills are included.
Legacy riders protecting the lives of unborn children, supporting livestock haulers from burdensome requirements, and prohibiting illegal aliens from receiving housing assistance are maintained.
These measures are part of an agreement that keeps total FY26 spending below the level projected under the current continuing resolution, delivering real savings for American taxpayers.
Enactment of full-year appropriations is vital to implementing Republican priorities aligned with the Trump Administration and America First agenda.

Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026

Appropriations text is available here.

Defense

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Homeland

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Community Project Funding

Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies

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Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies

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Community Project Funding

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