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HR 7744

Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026

119th Congress Introduced by Tom Cole

House passed fiscal 2026 DHS appropriations bill (221-209) allocating funds for border security, immigration enforcement, and homeland security operations with narrow partisan support.

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
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Bill Summary · HR 7744

Legislative bill overview

HR 7744 is the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2026, which allocates federal funding across DHS agencies including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Transportation Security Administration. The bill passed the House on March 5, 2026, by a narrow margin of 221-209 votes, indicating significant partisan division.

Why is this important

DHS appropriations bills determine annual funding levels for critical national security and border operations, directly affecting immigration enforcement, port security, aviation safety, and disaster response capabilities. The narrow passage suggests deep disagreement between parties over funding priorities and levels for these agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Border enforcement funding: Likely disputes over resources allocated to CBP and ICE, with differing views on immigration enforcement intensity
  • Partisan budget disagreements: The 12-vote margin indicates fundamental differences between House Democrats and Republicans on DHS spending levels and priorities
  • Agency-specific allocations: Potential debate over funding distribution among TSA, Coast Guard, and other DHS components, reflecting different priorities for security threats

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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