ICYMI: Republican Appropriators Go 12 for 12, Work for Regular Order
Washington, D.C.– The House Appropriations Committee has formally completed its work at the committee level, successfully advancing all 12 Fiscal Year 2026 bills through their subcommittees and the full committee. Through hearings, markups, and floor action, the FY26 process has focused on restoring fiscal responsibility, reining in wasteful spending, advancing President Trump’s America First agenda, and building a safer, stronger future for the nation. As the House works this week to keep the government open and serving the American people, and to support a return to regular order, Appropriators are reflecting on their duties and reaffirming their priorities moving forward.
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) said, "From the outset, we made clear our commitment to doing the hard work – line by line – to uphold fiscal discipline and responsible governance. Through months of hearings and markups, our members have debated, offered input, and worked in good faith to move this process forward. Every single FY26 appropriations bill has now been marked up and passed out of the Appropriations Committee – all 12 of them. Our cardinals and members have demonstrated responsible budgeting and principled decision-making while funding our nation’s most important needs. This gives us a strong negotiating position and keeps the FY26 process moving forward to deliver for the American people. I am extremely proud of these bills, which will make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous. As a funding deadline approaches, I stand with President Trump and Republican leadership in pressing ahead on all fronts to keep the government open and working as we demonstrate real progress in restoring regular order."
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Hal Rogers (R-KY) said, "Our country succeeds when we are firmly united in the priorities that put America first, and that’s the common thread that ties together the twelve appropriations bills that we have advanced through the House Appropriations Committee. In fact, these twelve bills will serve as the legislative framework to ensure that we are meeting the needs of the American people, securing our nation’s borders and strengthening our country across all economic and defense measures. I applaud Chairman Cole for his fortitude and foresight as we continue to navigate funding the government responsibly while putting America first."
Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Robert Aderholt (R-AL) said, "Together, the subcommittee chairs have worked alongside Chairman Cole to ensure that, as appropriators, we remain committed to fiscal responsibility and transparency through regular order. As Chairman of the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Subcommittee, I am especially proud of this bill for balancing careful financial stewardship while maintaining key investments in biomedical research, schools, and public health. We can Make America Great Again by making America fiscally responsible again."
Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Mike Simpson (R-ID) said, "Passing twelve single-subject spending bills out of the full House Appropriations Committee is the first step to returning to regular order. Under Chairman Cole's leadership, my Republican colleagues and I have worked diligently to rein in unnecessary spending, restore fiscal responsibility, and advance President Trump's policy agenda. I'm pleased my Fiscal Year 2026 Interior and Environment bill works toward that goal by bolstering energy independence, protecting access to our public lands, and investing in our wildland firefighters and Tribal communities. Reducing spending is never easy, but it is necessary to address our nation's $37 trillion debt crisis."
Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman John Carter (R-TX) said, "First and foremost, I want to applaud my friend, Chairman Cole, for his leadership and commitment to regular order and a member-driven appropriations process. These twelve bills represent a devotion to fiscal sanity and responsibility. I’m particularly proud of my Military Construction and Veterans Affairs bill that fulfills our commitment to America’s heroes and supports military families. I look forward to working with my colleagues to get our work done and keep the government open for the American people."
Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA) said, "Republicans on the House Appropriations Committee have fulfilled our constitutional duty to appropriate funds with the passage of our 12 annual appropriations bills. The resources provided in these bills reflect my national security priorities as Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, as well as my priorities for California’s 41st Congressional District. It is critical that House and Senate continue to make progress on the FY26 bills and enact this important legislation."
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Subcommittee Chairman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) said, "I am proud that under Chairman Tom Cole’s leadership, the House Appropriations Committee has passed all 12 appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026. This accomplishment honors our duty under Article I of the Constitution, aligns with President Trump’s America First agenda, and advances the shared conservative values and priorities of the American people. These bills eliminate wasteful spending while strengthening our national defense, advancing U.S. security interests, unleashing American energy independence, and securing our southern border. Altogether, they reduce overall federal spending by $45 billion compared to Fiscal Year 2025. We are now prepared to engage in further negotiations with our Senate counterparts to avoid another harmful Continuing Resolution based on numbers during the Biden Administration. I could not be more proud to serve under Chairman Cole and alongside my dedicated colleagues."
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Steve Womack (R-AR) said, "My fellow House Appropriators and I have done our job drafting and marking up all twelve bills that fund the discretionary side of our government. I want to commend my good friend Chairman Cole and all of my colleagues for completing our committee work. It’s now time for the rest of Congress to finish the job, leave Biden-Harris funding levels in the past, and pass the FY26 appropriations bills that are attuned to the current needs of the American people. This Congress has already shown it can exceed expectations and meet tough deadlines. I strongly urge my colleagues to bring that same energy and commitment to funding the government through regular order."
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Chuck Fleischmann (R-TN) said, "America’s conservative majority on the Appropriations Committee has worked hard to markup all 12 bills that fund the federal government’s discretionary spending. We committed to the American People to return to regular order and to fund our government in a reasonable and responsible way that rejects Democrats’ inflationary, reckless spending. I applaud my colleagues for successfully fighting to deliver on our commitment to rein in uncontrolled spending and begin to get our fiscal house back in order, As Chairman of the Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee, I am proud that my FY26 Energy and Water Development bill received the strong support of my conservative colleagues during committee markup and on the House Floor, where we voted to pass my bill and send it to the Senate. Working together, we conservatives passed a strong Energy and Water bill that funds America’s nuclear deterrent and Nuclear Navy, frees our nation from foreign sources of critical minerals, advances new nuclear technologies nationwide, and funds important waterways infrastructure projects from sea to shining sea – all while being responsible stewards of taxpayers’ hard-earned dollars. House Republicans are doing our job to avoid a government shutdown and meet Americans’ bare expectation that our government stays open. It is time for Democrats to quit their political posturing and join my colleagues and me to keep our government open and functioning for the American People."
Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee Chairman David Joyce (R-OH) said, "I am incredibly proud of my colleagues on the Committee for their hard work on crafting and advancing these twelve bills ahead of the government funding deadline for the fiscal year. Our job is to be responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars, and these pieces of legislation honor that commitment. I was especially proud to draft and move forward the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, which restores financial responsibility in our government and returns our agencies to their core missions. I encourage my colleagues, in both Chambers, to swiftly pass these bills."
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chairman Andy Harris (R-MD) said, "This year, we successfully passed all of the appropriations bills—including the Agriculture, Rural Development, and FDA Appropriations Bill which is a critical step toward completing the appropriations process and ensuring our nation’s farmers and ranchers have the support they need. Agriculture is essential to feeding America and sustaining rural communities across the country. Our bill helps preserve the strength of American agriculture while ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and responsibly."
Homeland Security Subcommittee Chairman Mark Amodei (R-NV) said, "The House Appropriations Committee carried out one of Congress’s most fundamental constitutional duties by advancing all 12 appropriations bills through full committee. This includes the Homeland Security bill which funds the continued efforts to secure our borders, strengthen community safety, and above all, protect the Homeland. Each one of these bills reflects the values of the America First agenda. I’m proud of our Committee’s commitment to restore fiscal discipline and see this process through to the finish line."
Legislative Branch Subcommittee Chairman David Valadao (R-CA) said, "Passing all twelve appropriations bills out of committee is a key step toward returning to regular order and ensuring Congress fulfills its responsibility to the American people. As Chairman of the Legislative Branch Subcommittee, I’m especially proud that our bill prioritizes accountability and transparency while keeping costs down for hardworking taxpayers. I want to thank Chairman Cole for his leadership throughout this process, as well as my colleagues on the Committee for their work to move each bill forward. Together, we’re showing that Congress can govern responsibly and deliver results."
Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) said, "We have a responsibility to fund the federal government while being good stewards of taxpayer dollars. The House Appropriations Committee has passed all twelve fiscal year 2026 funding bills, which reduce overall spending and protect the programs taxpayers rely on. For the first time in six years, we are taking our common-sense spending legislation to conference, the next step towards sending a final product to the President’s desk. I thank Chairman Cole and our Subcommittee Chairs for their leadership and look forward to working with the Senate in the coming days."
Rep. John Moolenaar (R-MI) said, "I am proud of the work the Appropriations Committee has done to advance all 12 appropriations bills out of committee aimed at making our government more efficient for the American people. I worked to ensure these bills put an end to reckless spending, prioritize our national security to deter our adversaries, and fulfill our commitment to farmers and veterans. These bills deliver on the America First agenda, and I look forward to continuing my work for Michigan families."
Rep. John Rutherford (R-FL) said, "The House Appropriations Committee worked hard to deliver for the American people by passing all twelve of our funding bills out of committee. I am grateful for the leadership of Chairman Tom Cole through the entire process. Together, the House Appropriations Committee produced legislation that moves forward President Trump’s America First agenda and furthers our commitment to restoring fiscal responsibility. These twelve bills reflect the commitment of House Republicans to eliminating wasteful spending, unleashing American energy, securing our southern border, and supporting our brave American servicemen and women. I am especially proud of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs bill that prioritizes national security, supports our veterans, and invests in our installations to ensure our military remains a capable and ready force to address any threat that faces our nation."
Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA) said, "It's long overdue for Washington to rein in spending and take real steps to reduce our national deficit. That's why Republicans on the House Appropriations Committee have taken decisive action, passing all 12 appropriation bills through Committee. These bills reflect our continued efforts to reduce spending, prioritize energy independence, protect American jobs, strengthen our military, and lay the foundation for a more secure financial future for the next generation. While this is just one step in the broader effort to bring fiscal sanity back to Washington, it's a strong and necessary move in the right direction."
Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) said, "I applaud Chairman Tom Cole and my fellow Appropriators on passing all 12 bills out of committee. These bills reflect President Trump's America First agenda and protect the American taxpayer from wasteful, out-of-control spending that became the norm during the Biden Administration. It also reflects this majority's commitment to funding the government through regular order."
Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) said, "In a short time period, the House passed the historic Working Families Tax Cuts, which is now law, a rescissions package clawing back nine billion dollars in wasteful spending, and now, our committee has passed all 12 single-subject appropriations bills. I will continue working alongside my colleagues to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse while making key investments in American workers, farmers, and veterans. I appreciate Chairman Cole’s strong leadership as we close the book on Biden-era spending, meet the needs of Americans today, and return to regular order."
Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) said, "Every taxpayer dollar should be treated as an investment. Over the past several months, the House Appropriations Committee has worked incredibly hard to put together 12 funding bills that responsibly carry out our nation’s policy priorities while also rooting out wasteful spending. Appropriators are tasked with the constitutional duty to fund our government, and this year we passed all of our bills on time to ensure our country continues to move forward on the right track."
Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Julia Letlow (R-LA) said, "Republicans on the House Appropriations Committee did our job in passing twelve individual bills to fund the federal government and prevent a shutdown. Taxpayers deserve transparency and accountability when it comes to government spending, and this process was defined by a return to regular order and fiscal responsibility. Our bills invest in core missions of government like public safety and national security, while cutting wasteful spending and responsibly allocating taxpayer dollars."
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Michael Cloud (R-TX) said, "Moving all 12 appropriations bills out of Committee is no small task, and we did it while supporting American jobs, strengthening America’s role as the world’s energy hub, and ensuring every dollar serves the people. For South Texas, that means delivering over $20 million in wins to strengthen our ports, modernize our airport, invest in regional transit, and keep the Corpus Christi Army Depot at the forefront of our nation’s defense. This historical feat is only the first step as we continue working toward a government that is accountable, transparent, and truly serving the American people."
Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS) said, "House Appropriations Committee Republicans have worked diligently to pass all twelve appropriations bills. I am honored to have played a role in advocating for Mississippi's priorities within each of these measures. These bills reflect the will of the American people by curbing wasteful spending and ensuring taxpayer dollars are directed in a responsible manner. I take particular pride in serving as an authorizer and appropriator for the Department of Homeland Security. I have worked to advance President Trump's strong agenda with funding bills that prioritize controlled spending, national security, and border security. I extend my gratitude to Chairman Tom Cole and our Subcommittee Chairmen for their steadfast leadership and commitment to completing these bills."
Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-MT) said, "House Republicans are serious about doing our job and restoring order to Washington. We’ve advanced fiscally responsible bills that rein in waste, prioritize national defense and border security, and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent on America First priorities. For Montana, that means support for our veterans, law enforcement, forest management, water infrastructure, and rural communities that too often get left behind by the federal government. We are showing America that Congress can govern responsibly by the letter of the law."
Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-GA) said, "Successfully drafting, amending, and advancing all twelve appropriations bills marks both an accomplishment for the House Appropriations Committee and a return to regular order. I’m proud of the work my fellow Republican appropriators and I have completed in our shared effort to deliver strong, fiscally responsible, and America First spending bills to the American people."
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Stephanie Bice (R-OK) said, "Thanks to the leadership of Chairman Tom Cole and the Appropriations Cardinals, we successfully passed all 12 bills out of the Committee. As the Vice Chair of THUD, it was great working with Chairman Womack and his team to ensure that this legislation meets the growing demand of all modes of transportation. Ensuring that our skies are safe remains a top priority for both the Administration and this subcommittee. Through late nights and long markups, I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished."
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Scott Franklin (R-FL) said, "This is what regular order looks like. The Appropriations Committee has delivered all 12 bills with a clear mandate to restore fiscal discipline. These bills reflect our commitment to a stronger and more accountable federal government, and I look forward to seeing them signed into law."
Defense Subcommittee Vice Chair Jake Ellzey (R-TX) said, "As of this week, the Appropriations Committee has passed all 12 bills out of committee, on time. That’s a big win for Congress doing its job the way it’s supposed to. “From strengthening our national defense to investing in critical priorities here at home, these bills reflect the values of fiscal responsibility, accountability, and support for the American people. I’m proud of the work we’ve done and look forward to moving them through the House."
Homeland Security Vice Chair Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) said, "As the Representative of a border district, I know firsthand the importance of securing our border and ensuring responsible use of taxpayer dollars. I applaud Chairman Tom Cole for his leadership in passing all 12 appropriations bills through committee. These bills cut wasteful spending, secure our border, invest in our military, protect vital programs, and keep our communities safe. With nearly 80,000 veterans in my district, I am proud that we fully funded veterans’ health care programs, benefits, and VA services, while also ensuring strong funding levels for the mental health programs our veterans rely on. This is a strong step forward, and I urge my colleagues to swiftly pass the remaining bills on the House Floor."
National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Subcommittee Vice Chair Chuck Edwards (R-NC) said, "This year, the House Committee on Appropriations successfully passed all 12 appropriation bills out of committee; a significant achievement that reflects the hard work and commitment of every member. I applaud Chairman Cole’s leadership as a steadfast, effective principal who set the tone for a productive process. I am especially proud of the work accomplished on the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs (NSRP), where I serve as Vice Chair. Our efforts reflect a strong commitment to both fiscal responsibility and the needs of the American people. As we move forward, I am eager to see these bills advance through the legislative process so we can deliver for the American people."
Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Mark Alford (R-MO) said, "In a historic achievement, House Republicans have advanced all twelve individual appropriations bills out of committee on a condensed timeline. Under the leadership of Chairman Tom Cole, we are responsibly funding our government, while returning to regular order, restoring fiscal sanity, and advancing President Trump’s America First agenda. I’m also proud to have secured critical federal investments into Missouri’s Fourth District in these committee-passed bills to help turn the Show Me State into the Grow Me State. We will continue working around the clock to avoid a disastrous government shutdown, and I urge Democrats to join us."
Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee Vice Chair Nick LaLota (R-NY) said, "The 12 appropriations bills Republicans advanced through committee deliver on our promise to make life safer and more affordable for everyday Americans. From $135 million for the Electron Ion Collider at Brookhaven National Lab, to $40 million for the Long Island Sound Program, to $27.6 million for Suffolk’s local Law Enforcement, clean water, and infrastructure projects—these bills deliver real results for Long Island while making sure our nation’s resources are spent wisely."
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Dale Strong (R-AL) said, "I am proud of the work House Appropriators have accomplished in drafting and advancing all twelve funding bills through committee. Under the strong leadership of Chairman Tom Cole, we have conducted a thorough and robust process focused on advancing America First priorities. This Congress has already demonstrated that we can exceed expectations and meet difficult deadlines. It is now time to finish the job and get these bills passed on the House Floor. I look forward to responsibly funding the government through regular order."
Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee Vice Chair Celeste Maloy (R-UT) said, "We've been working long hours, because Americans want us to get back to regular order, and thanks to the leadership of Chairman Cole we're on track. We've successfully moved all 12 appropriations bills. The next step is Conference Committee, which I look forward to being a part of."
Legislative Branch Subcommittee Vice Chair Riley Moore (R-WV) said, "I want to commend Chairman Cole and our entire committee for completing consideration of all 12 FY‑26 appropriations bills. I’m proud of the hard work of this committee to advance the America First agenda and deliver real wins for the American people. I’m also proud to be named a conferee for the upcoming Conference Committee, and look forward to ensuring America First priorities are championed in the final package."
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