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US HB7617
Bill
Status
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Julie Johnson
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AI Summary
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Appropriates funds for Department of Homeland Security administrative expenses during any government shutdown in fiscal year 2026, allowing the department to continue operations for the duration of the lapse
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Specifically covers the DHS Office of Legislative Affairs and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Office of Congressional Relations
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Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure the department performs all normal functions during any appropriations lapse
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Mandates DHS continue responding to communications from congressional offices during a shutdown
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Introduced February 20, 2026 by Rep. Johnson of Texas and referred to the Committee on Appropriations
Legislative Description
To provide funding for administrative expenses of the Department of Homeland Security during any lapse in appropriations during fiscal year 2026, to require that the Department be responsive to congressional offices during such a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
2/20/2026