AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Feb 5, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Appropriates funds for five of twelve regular FY2026 appropriations bills: Defense, Labor/HHS/Education, Transportation/HUD, Financial Services/General Government, and State/National Security.
- Provides continuing appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security through February 13, 2026, at FY2025 funding levels.
- Extends expiring programs including the National Flood Insurance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and various cybersecurity and immigration authorities.
- Funds operations for departments including State, Treasury, Education, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, plus the judiciary and Executive Office of the President.
- Extends authorities related to whistleblower programs, motor carrier safety, forest service programs, and bankruptcy fees.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Seven of twelve regular FY2026 appropriations bills remain unfunded and require separate action or future continuing appropriations.
- DHS receives temporary funding only through mid-February 2026, requiring additional legislative action to fund operations beyond that date.
- The bill extends multiple programs and authorities but does not establish new funding levels or policy changes for those programs.
- No specific dollar amounts, program-level allocations, or measurable impacts are documented in the official summary.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill was signed by the President on February 3, 2026, and became Public Law 119-75.
- The House agreed to Senate amendments by vote of 217-214 on February 3, 2026.
- DHS continues to operate under a continuing resolution expiring February 13, 2026, absent earlier enactment of a permanent DHS appropriations act.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Became Public Law No: 119-75.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Became Public Law No: 119-75.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Signed by President.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Signed by President.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Presented to President.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Presented to President.
- Feb 3, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Feb 3, 2026 — On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendments Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 214 (Roll no. 53).