Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
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AI-generatedConsolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 is the federal government's main spending bill for the 2026 fiscal year. This type of legislation — often called an "omnibus" bill — bundles together funding for essentially all areas of the federal government into one large package. It determines how much money federal agencies, departments, and programs receive to operate, covering everything from national defense and border security to education, healthcare, transportation, and foreign aid.
This bill affects virtually every American in some way. It sets funding levels for programs that millions of people rely on, including veterans' benefits, food assistance, scientific research, law enforcement, and infrastructure. It also determines how much money goes to federal agencies that regulate industries, protect the environment, and provide public services. Businesses, nonprofits, state and local governments, and schools may also be affected, as many receive federal grants or contracts funded through bills like this one.
The bill passed the House by a narrow margin of 217 to 214, suggesting significant disagreement among lawmakers about the spending priorities included. The House agreed to changes that the Senate had already made to the original bill, which is a standard part of the legislative process when the two chambers must reach a final agreement. Once signed into law, it would fund the federal government through the end of the 2026 fiscal year, helping to avoid a government shutdown. The full details of specific funding levels and policy provisions would be found in the complete text of the legislation.
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Became Public Law No: 119-75.
February 3, 2026
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Became Public Law No: 119-75.
Feb 3, 2026Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1032, Mr. Cole called up the Senate amendments to H.R. 7148.
Feb 3, 2026Mr. Cole moved that the House agree to the Senate amendments (consideration: CR H1960-1967)
Feb 3, 2026DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1032, the House proceeded with one hour of debate on the motion to agree to the Senate amendments to H.R. 7148.
Feb 3, 2026The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Feb 3, 2026Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 214 (Roll no. 53).
Feb 3, 2026On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 214 (Roll no. 53).
Feb 3, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 3, 2026Presented to President.
Feb 3, 2026Presented to President.
Feb 3, 2026Signed by President.
Feb 3, 2026Signed by President.
Feb 3, 2026Became Public Law No: 119-75.
Feb 3, 2026Passed Senate, under the order of 1/30/2026, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with amendments by Yea-Nay Vote. 71 - 29. Record Vote Number: 20.
Jan 30, 2026Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate, under the order of 1/30/2026, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with amendments by Yea-Nay Vote. 71 - 29. Record Vote Number: 20.
Jan 30, 2026Motion to proceed to measure considered in Senate. (CR S401)
Jan 30, 2026Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Jan 30, 2026Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S411-416)
Jan 30, 2026Cloture motion on the motion to proceed rendered moot in Senate.
Jan 30, 2026Motion by Senator Thune to reconsider the vote by which cloture on the motion to proceed to H.R.7148 was not invoked (Record Vote No. 13) rendered moot in Senate.
Jan 30, 2026Motion to proceed to measure considered in Senate. (CR S357)
Jan 29, 2026Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 13. (CR S361)
Jan 29, 2026Motion by Senator Thune to reconsider the vote by which cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure was not invoked (Record Vote No. 13) entered in Senate.
Jan 29, 2026Motion to proceed to measure considered in Senate. (CR S301)
Jan 28, 2026Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S281)
Jan 27, 2026Cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure presented in Senate. (CR S287)
Jan 27, 2026Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 302.
Jan 26, 2026Received in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time. (Legislative Day January 15, 2026).
Jan 26, 2026The Speaker designated the Honorable Mary E. Miller to act as Chairwoman of the Committee.
Jan 22, 2026GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 7148.
Jan 22, 2026DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1014, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Massie amendment No. 1.
Jan 22, 2026POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Massie amendment No. 1, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Massie demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Jan 22, 2026DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1014, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Norman amendment No. 2.
Jan 22, 2026POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Norman amendment No. 2, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. DeLauro demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Jan 22, 2026Mr. Cole moved that the committee rise.
Jan 22, 2026On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.
Jan 22, 2026Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 7148 as unfinished business.
Jan 22, 2026Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1330-1333)
Jan 22, 2026The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.
Jan 22, 2026The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 7148.
Jan 22, 2026The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Jan 22, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 341 - 88 (Roll No. 45). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1193-1297)
Jan 22, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jan 22, 2026On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 341 - 88 (Roll No. 45). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1193-1297)
Jan 22, 2026Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1014 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 7148 and H.R. 7147. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 7148 under a structured rule and H.R. 7147 under a closed rule. The rule provides for one hour of debate and a motion to recommit on each bill.
Jan 22, 2026Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1014. (consideration: CR H1185-1299)
Jan 22, 2026Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 7148 and H.R. 7147. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 7148 under a structured rule and H.R. 7147 under a closed rule. The rule provides for one hour of debate and a motion to recommit on each bill.
Jan 22, 2026House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1014 and Rule XVIII.
Jan 22, 2026Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 20, 2026Introduced in House
Jan 20, 2026Introduced in House
Jan 20, 2026Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 20, 2026Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Jan 20, 2026