David Joyce (R-OH)
Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2026
A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 193.
Cleared committee, waiting for its first floor vote
A committee approved it and it is on the calendar of the chamber it started in.
This is further than most bills get, and still no promise of a vote: the calendar is a queue, and the majority leadership decides what is called. A bill can sit here until the Congress ends.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- On Calendar
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2026, sets the funding levels and rules for various government operations and agencies. It outlines the budget for the Department of the Treasury, the Executive Office of the President, the Judiciary, the District of Columbia, and multiple independent agencies. The legislation funds critical tax collection, law enforcement, consumer protection, and small business support programs. Additionally, the bill includes numerous policy restrictions and administrative rules that direct how federal and local agencies must spend their allocated money.
Yes· 3 of 16
- Scored +6
Does this make it easier to run a small business?
The bill allocates substantial funding for small business loan programs, microloan technical assistance, and entrepreneurial development.
- Scored +5
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill provides significant loan guarantees, technical assistance, and support programs specifically tailored for small business owners.
- Scored +4
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The legislation provides targeted grants for low-income taxpayer clinics and investments in high-poverty communities.
The opposite· 3 of 5
- Scored -5
Does this make abortion easier to get?
The legislation places strict prohibitions on the use of federal funds for abortions and limits certain health options.
- Scored -4
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?
The inclusion of restrictions on gender-affirming care in federal health plans negatively impacts LGBTQ individuals.
- Scored -4
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?
The bill explicitly prohibits coverage for gender-affirming care within federal employee health plans.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Community Development: Under the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund Program Account, funding is provided to help organizations invest and lend in high-poverty areas, support Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native communities, and expand investments that benefit individuals with disabilities.
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Assistance for Taxpayers: The Internal Revenue Service budget allocates dedicated funding for taxpayer services, including low-income taxpayer clinic grants, the Community Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Matching Grants Program, and the Taxpayer Advocate Service to help citizens resolve tax issues and combat identity theft.
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Small Business and Entrepreneurial Support: The Small Business Administration receives funding for entrepreneurial development programs, microloan technical assistance, veterans outreach, Women's Business Centers, and loan guarantees specifically reserved for small manufacturers based in the United States.
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Election Security and Improvements: The Election Assistance Commission is provided funds under election security grants to make payments to states for improving federal election administration and enhancing election technology and security.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Public Health and Assistance Mandates: The bill prevents federal funds from being used in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program to cover surgical procedures, puberty blockers, or hormone therapy for the purpose of gender-affirming care, which limits medical options for certain individuals.
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Burden on Consumer Programs and Rules: Several provisions restrict independent agencies, such as the Federal Trade Commission and the Consumer Product Safety Commission, from implementing or enforcing specific consumer protection rules, which may roll back certain regulatory safeguards for the public.
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Limitations on Federal Health and Welfare Options: Restrictions are placed on agencies and the District of Columbia regarding certain public health measures, such as prohibiting federal funds from being used for abortions outside of very narrow exceptions, which burdens individuals seeking those specific medical services.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill provides significant loan guarantees, technical assistance, and support programs specifically tailored for small business owners. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The legislation provides targeted grants for low-income taxpayer clinics and investments in high-poverty communities. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill allocates specific financial assistance funds designed to benefit Native American, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native communities. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The bill directs specific community development funds to expand investments and services for individuals with disabilities. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill allocates dedicated funding for programs such as Tax Counseling for the Elderly to assist older Americans. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill provides specialized outreach and support programs through the Small Business Administration for veterans. Would women be better off under this? — The bill provides dedicated funding for Women's Business Centers to support female entrepreneurs. Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — The inclusion of restrictions on gender-affirming care in federal health plans negatively impacts LGBTQ individuals.
- Healthcare
- Does this make abortion easier to get? — The legislation places strict prohibitions on the use of federal funds for abortions and limits certain health options. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill restricts federal employee health benefits from covering gender-affirming care procedures.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill allocates substantial funding for small business loan programs, microloan technical assistance, and entrepreneurial development. Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill provides targeted funding for community development financial institutions and small business loan guarantees to stimulate economic activity. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The legislation establishes administrative and budgetary restrictions to oversee government spending across various agencies. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — Certain provisions restrict independent regulatory agencies from implementing or enforcing specific consumer protection rules.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make elections run better? — The bill provides election security grants to assist states in upgrading voting systems and administration. Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill enhances transparency requirements and funding for agency Inspectors General and reporting systems.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill directs Community Development Financial Institutions Fund resources to invest and lend in high-poverty areas. Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The bill provides specific funding allocations to expand investments and services benefiting individuals with disabilities. Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice? — The legislation provides grants to states to improve federal election administration and enhance election technology. Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The bill explicitly prohibits coverage for gender-affirming care within federal employee health plans.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill allocates funds to the Treasury and other agencies for enhanced cybersecurity systems and protection.
- 9/5/2025
- The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-236, by Mr. Joyce (OH).
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 193.
- Bill introduced.
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.