Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 231: Its purpose is not yet published.
Adopted
By voice vote, no names recorded
Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL)
Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.
H.R. 8595 · House bill Economics and Public Finance
A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Received in the Senate.
Passed one chamber, waiting for the other to take it up
Passed one chamber, and the other has not yet sent it to a committee or put it on its calendar.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed House 217–209
- Awaiting Senate
What this bill would do
This bill provides funding for national security, the Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. It establishes specific allocations for global health, women's empowerment, education, food security, and conservation efforts. The legislation includes provisions for international diplomatic programs, security assistance, and democracy promotion. It also outlines strict limitations on aid to certain regions, including the Palestinian Authority and the Russian Federation. Additionally, the bill introduces the "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act" regarding voter registration and identification. Finally, it includes provisions for rescinding certain unobligated balances from previous years.
Yes· 3 of 18
- Scored +5
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?
The bill mandates improvements to federal records management and cybersecurity protections.
- Scored +5
Does this put more money into stopping terrorism?
The bill provides funding and implements restrictions aimed at countering international terrorism.
- Scored +5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill prioritizes strategic relationships and increases presence in the Indo-Pacific and with partners like Israel and Egypt.
The opposite· 3 of 17
- Scored -8
Does this make abortion easier to get?
The bill includes strict prohibitions on using funds for the performance of abortions or for family planning methods that include abortion.
- Scored -7
Does this protect the right to vote?
The bill implements significant new documentary proof and photo ID requirements for voter registration and casting ballots.
- Scored -7
Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice?
The bill imposes more stringent requirements that likely reduce accessibility for various voters.
What Congress actually voted on
2 recorded votes have been taken on this bill. One of them decided something; the rest moved it along.
- The House: the vote on whether to pass the bill This is the real decision in this chamber. Passing here sends the bill to the other chamber, which must pass it too before it can go to the President. Passed 217 yes · 209 no
07/15/2026 · Roll call 247 · recorded as “On Passage”
- The House: a last attempt to send the bill back to committee The minority party's final chance to change or stall a bill just before the vote on passage. It almost always fails; when it succeeds, the bill does not get its final vote that day. Motion to recommit rejected 209 yes · 216 no
07/15/2026 · Roll call 246 · recorded as “On Motion to Recommit”
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Passport and Visa Efficiency: Funds are set aside to reduce passport backlogs and reduce visa wait times (Consular and Border Security Programs).
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Educational Opportunities: The bill provides $647,000,000 for educational and cultural exchange programs, including at least $287,800,000 for the Fulbright Program (Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs).
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Global Health Support: Significant funds are allocated for training, equipment, and technical assistance to address needs such as maternal health, immunization, and the prevention and treatment of diseases like HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria (Global Health Programs).
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Disaster and Refugee Relief: Funding is provided for international disaster relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction assistance, as well as meeting refugee and migration needs (International Humanitarian Assistance).
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Economic Development: The bill includes funding for the Millennium Challenge Corporation and the United States International Development Finance Corporation to support various development activities (National Security Investment Programs; Millennium Challenge Corporation; United States International Development Finance Corporation).
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Support for Economic Interests: The Secretary of State is tasked with prioritizing funds to foster commercial relations and safeguard United States economic and business interests through diplomatic engagement (Sec. 7028(a)).
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Empowerment of Democracy: A significant amount of funding is set aside for democracy programs in adversarial or anti-American countries, as well as countries seeking to strengthen democratic institutions (Sec. 7032(a)).
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Protection of Religious Freedom: The bill provides funding for international religious freedom programs, prioritizing countries of particular concern (Sec. 7033(b)).
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Combatting Human Trafficking: Funds are allocated specifically for forensic assistance related to combating human trafficking (Sec. 7034(a)) and not less than $105,625,000 is provided for activities to combat trafficking in persons internationally (Sec. 7060(e)).
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Support for Vulnerable Minorities: Humanitarian assistance is directed toward vulnerable and persecuted ethnic and religious minorities, including victims of genocide (Sec. 7033(b)(2)).
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Countering Synthetic Drugs: Funding is provided to stop the flow of fentanyl and other synthetic drugs into the United States, focusing on law enforcement cooperation and capacity building (Sec. 7036(b)).
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Promoting Internet Freedom: The bill allocates funds specifically to promote internet freedom on a global scale (Sec. 7050).
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Economic Development in the Pacific: Assistance is provided to Pacific Islands countries to enhance their diplomatic and development presence (Sec. 7043(e)(1)).
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Women's Empowerment: The bill allocates $150,000,000 to expand economic opportunities for women through increased capacity of women-owned enterprises and improved property rights (Sec. 7059(b)).
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Leadership Opportunities: At least $37,500,000 is designated for the Madeleine K. Albright Women's Leadership Program to increase leadership opportunities for women in countries facing discrimination (Sec. 7059(c)).
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Violence Prevention: Not less than $187,500,000 is set aside to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls (Sec. 7059(d)).
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Basic and Higher Education: The bill provides at least $691,500,000 for the Nita M. Lowey Basic Education Fund and at least $203,250,000 for assistance for higher education (Sec. 7060(a)).
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Biodiversity and Wildlife: Not less than $274,313,000 is allocated for biodiversity conservation, and not less than $89,063,000 is available to combat wildlife poaching and trafficking (Sec. 7060(b)).
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Food Security: At least $720,000,000 is provided for food security and agricultural development programs (Sec. 7060(d)).
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Water and Sanitation: Not less than $338,250,000 is available for water supply and sanitation projects, with $169,125,000 specifically for sub-Saharan Africa (Sec. 7060(f)).
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Voter Security: The "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act" aims to ensure only citizens are registered to vote by requiring documentary proof of citizenship (Sec. 102).
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Access to Identification Tools: States are encouraged to provide public access to digital imaging devices, such as printers or scanners, at no cost to individuals needing to copy photo identification for voting (Sec. 103(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Assistance: Assistance may be denied to any country whose elected head of government is deposed by a military coup or decree (Sec. s 7008).
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Taxation Consequences: There are provisions that may lead to the withholding of funds if a foreign government assesses taxes on United States assistance (Sec. 7013).
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Restrictions on Certain Goods: Funds cannot be used to finance the production of commodities that would cause substantial injury to United States producers (Sec. 7025).
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Strict Limitations on Family Planning: Funds for global health and family planning are subject to strict prohibitions regarding the use of funds for abortion or involuntary sterilization (Global Health Programs; Sec. 7018).
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Restrictions on Financial Institutions: Funds may be withheld from international financial institutions if executive compensation exceeds specific levels (Sec. 7029(a)).
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Impact on Natural Resource Extraction: Assistance for mining activities may be restricted until specific domestic mining conditions are met (Sec. 7031(d)(1)).
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Sanctions on Officials: Government officials and their families could be found ineligible for entry into the United States due to involvement in corruption or human rights violations (Sec. 7031(c)(1)).
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Limitations on Palestinian Assistance: There are significant prohibitions and restrictions on funds provided to the Palestinian Authority and various entities in Gaza (Sec. 7037, Sec. 7040, Sec. 7039).
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Restrictions on Russian-Related Entities: Funds are prohibited from being used for assistance to the central government of the Russian Federation or for any project that supports Russian annexation of Ukrainian territory (Sec. 7047).
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United Nations Funding Limitations: There are strict requirements and potential withholdings regarding contributions to the United Nations and its agencies (Sec. 7048).
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Economic Restrictions on Specific Nations: Certain funding is contingent upon specific government actions or certifications in countries like South Africa, Sudan, and Nigeria (Sec. 7042).
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Restrictions on Extradition Assistance: Funds may be withheld from the central government of countries that refuse to extradite individuals for specific crimes, such as killing a law enforcement officer (Sec. 7055).
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Global Health Limitations: Funds are prohibited from being used to support the Wuhan Institute of Virology, EcoHealth Alliance, Inc., or any laboratory owned by specific foreign governments or foreign adversaries (Sec. 7058(d)).
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Environmental and Climate Restrictions: Funds cannot be used for contributions to the Green Climate Fund, the Clean Technology Fund, or the Loss and Damages Fund, nor to implement the Paris Agreement (Sec. 7061).
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Restrictions on Online Speech: The bill prohibits funds from being used for activities that could penalize lawful online speech or assist in deplatforming or demonetizing news entities and social media accounts (Sec. 7069).
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Voter Registration Burdens: The requirement for documentary proof of citizenship and the mandate to present photo identification could impact the ability of individuals to register or vote in federal elections (Sec. 102, Sec. 103).
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Financial Rescissions: The bill permanently rescinds significant amounts of unobligated funds from Consular and Border Security Programs ($458,100,000), International Disaster Assistance ($1,000,000,000), and the Millennium Challenge Corporation ($385,000,000) (Sec. 7068).
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.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill mandates improvements to federal records management and cybersecurity protections. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — The bill directs the Secretary of State to prioritize diplomatic engagement to foster commercial and political relations. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill prioritizes strategic relationships and increases presence in the Indo-Pacific and with partners like Israel and Egypt. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The bill includes provisions to protect U.S. economic interests and commerce through diplomacy. Does this put more money into stopping terrorism? — The bill provides funding and implements restrictions aimed at countering international terrorism. Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill includes several large rescissions of foreign aid and strict limitations on various aid programs.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — The bill includes a large rescission of International Disaster Assistance funds. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill restricts funding for clean technology and climate funds. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The bill restricts funding for climate-related funds like the Green Climate Fund.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The bill increases funding and priorities related to border security and countering illegal migration. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Funding is provided for international humanitarian assistance and food security to help those in need. Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life? — The bill includes provisions to protect freedom of speech and end federal censorship of news media. Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion? — The bill includes protections against discrimination based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice? — The bill imposes more stringent requirements that likely reduce accessibility for various voters. Does this protect the right to vote? — The bill implements significant new documentary proof and photo ID requirements for voter registration and casting ballots. Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — The bill includes provisions that restrict funding for certain gender-related or identity-based programs. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill places several restrictions on funding for gender equality and reproductive health programs. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill includes restrictions on programs that are characterized as being based on race or sex.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill provides significant funding for global health programs, including maternal health and disease prevention. Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The bill allocates significant funding to counter the flow of fentanyl and synthetic drugs into the United States. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill allocates billions for research on and control of infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS and malaria. Does this make abortion easier to get? — The bill includes strict prohibitions on using funds for the performance of abortions or for family planning methods that include abortion.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill includes significant rescissions of funds from various programs. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The bill rescinds billions of dollars in unobligated balances from previous fiscal years.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill includes requirements for increased fiscal transparency and records management oversight. Does this protect the individual right to speak freely? — The bill includes protections against the suppression of lawful online speech. Does this make elections run better? — The bill introduces new requirements that alter established voter registration and voting procedures.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — Funding is provided for child survival and maternal health programs. Would farmers be better off under this? — The bill designates funds for food security and agricultural development programs. Would students be better off under this? — The bill funds educational and cultural exchange programs like the Fulbright Program. Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes funds for diplomatic engagement to foster commercial relations and protect U.S. business interests. Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — The bill includes restrictions on funding for programs related to gender and identity. Would women be better off under this? — The bill reduces funding for many women-focused initiatives and reproductive health. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill implements more stringent identification requirements for voter registration. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — New voter ID requirements may create barriers for low-income individuals.
Lauren Boebert (R-CO)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 232: Amendment sought to eliminate funding for the Fulbright Program.
Failed
79348
Elijah Crane (R-AZ)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 233: Its purpose is not yet published.
Adopted
By voice vote, no names recorded
Randy Fine (R-FL)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 234: Amendment sought to strike the $139,575,000 for the Global Environment Facility.
Failed
178247
Thomas Massie (R-KY)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 235: Amendment sought to prohibit funds appropriated by the Act from being used for Israel, and accordingly reduces the Foreign Military Financing Program account by $3,300,000,000.
Failed
104314
Thomas Massie (R-KY)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 236: Amendment sought to prohibit funds appropriated by the Act from being used for Jordan, and accordingly reduces the National Security Investment Programs, the Foreign Military Financing Program, the Global Health Programs, and other programs accounts, collectively, by…
Failed
6421
Chip Roy (R-TX)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 237: Its purpose is not yet published.
Failed
136291
W. Steube (R-FL)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 238: Its purpose is not yet published.
Adopted
By voice vote, no names recorded
Claudia Tenney (R-NY)· Jul 15, 2026
H.Amdt. 239: Its purpose is not yet published.
Adopted
By voice vote, no names recorded
- 7/29/2026
- Received in the Senate.
- 7/15/2026
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 209 (Roll no. 247).
- On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 209 (Roll no. 247).
- On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 216 (Roll no. 246).
- The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
- Mr. Amo moved to recommit to the Committee on Appropriations.
- The House adopted the amendments en gros as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.
- The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 8595.
- The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.
- Considered as unfinished business.
- Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 8595 as unfinished business.
- On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.
- Mr. Diaz-Balart moved that the committee rise.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Tenney amendment No. 28.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Steube amendment No. 27.
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Roy amendment No. 20, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Lois Frankel (FL) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Roy amendment No. 20.
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Massie amendment No. 9, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Massie demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Massie amendment No. 9.
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Massie amendment No. 8, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Massie demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Massie amendment No. 8.
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Fine amendment No. 6, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Lois Frankel (FL) demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Fine amendment No. 6.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Crane amendment No. 4.
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Boebert amendment No. 1, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Ms. Boebert demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Boebert amendment No. 1.
- DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1423, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Diaz-Balart amendment en bloc.
- GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 8595.
- The Speaker designated the Honorable Jimmy Patronis to act as Chairman of the Committee.
- House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 1423 and Rule XVIII.
- Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 139, H.R. 8595, H.R. 9237 and H.R. 1181. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 139, H.R. 9237, and H.R. 1181 under a closed rule, and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule with one hour of debate and one motion to reconsider on each bill.
- Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1423. (consideration: CR H4480-4528)
- 7/13/2026
- Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1423 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 139, H.R. 8595, H.R. 9237 and H.R. 1181. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 139, H.R. 9237, and H.R. 1181 under a closed rule, and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule with one hour of debate and one motion to reconsider on each bill.
- 6/30/2026
- Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1398 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule, and H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884.
- 6/23/2026
- Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1377 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1181, H.R. 9022, H.R. 8595 and H.R. 9237. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1181 and H.R. 9237 under a closed rule and H.R. 9022 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
- 4/30/2026
- The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-631, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 547.
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- 119-HRES-1377: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9022) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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- 119-HRES-1423: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 139) to make daylight savings time permanent, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.