AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Mar 30, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Provides continuing FY2026 appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security through May 22, 2026
- Ends a partial DHS shutdown that began February 14, 2026, due to lapsed appropriations
- Funds most DHS agencies and programs at FY2025 levels (or through enactment of FY2026 DHS appropriations act, whichever is earlier)
- Authorizes back pay for federal employees affected by the partial shutdown, in accordance with current law
- Ratifies and approves obligations incurred during the shutdown to maintain essential activities and orderly termination of government functions
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- DHS operations resume with FY2025 funding levels, avoiding gap in appropriations
- Federal employees furloughed during the shutdown are eligible for back pay under existing law
- Obligations made during the shutdown for essential functions and orderly shutdown are formally approved
- Funding continues only until May 22, 2026, or until a full FY2026 DHS appropriations act is enacted—a temporary measure
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill signed into law as Public Law 119-86 on April 30, 2026
- House passed the measure by voice vote on April 30, 2026, after agreeing to recede from its amendment and concur in the Senate amendment
- Continuing resolution is in effect; no scheduled vote or enactment date for full FY2026 DHS appropriations is established in the summary
Legislative History
Actions.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Became Public Law No: 119-86.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Became Public Law No: 119-86.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Signed by President.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Signed by President.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Presented to President.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Presented to President.
- Apr 30, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Apr 30, 2026 — On motion that the House suspend the rules and recede from the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 7147, and concur in the Senate amendment Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3311-3321)