Rules Committee · Mar 26, 2026
H.Amdt. 172: Its purpose is not yet published.
Adopted
With no one objecting, no names recorded
Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA)
A Republican resolution with 14 Republican cosponsors · See all 14 cosponsors
Last activity — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
This resolution addresses the necessity of fully funding the Department of Homeland Security. It notes that various agencies within the Department face operational risks during lapses in appropriations. Specifically, it highlights issues such as missed paychecks for Coast Guard personnel and increased passenger delays at the TSA. The text also points to recent security incidents and cyberattacks by adversaries as evidence of a heightened threat environment. Ultimately, the resolution recognizes the importance of providing the Department with all necessary resources to protect the American people.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?
The resolution emphasizes the importance of CISA in maintaining cyber resilience against foreign adversaries.
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?
The resolution highlights that funding supports FEMA's ability to respond to man-made and natural disasters.
Would people in cities be better off under this?
Increased security and disaster response capabilities benefit populations in high-risk areas.
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The resolution seeks to ensure full funding rather than cutting expenditures.
One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.
03/26/2026 · Roll call 102 · recorded as “On Agreeing to the Resolution, as Amended”
Protection of the American Public: The resolution recognizes the importance of ensuring the Department of Homeland Security is fully funded so it has the resources to protect people from harm. (Resolution Section 1)
Maintaining Maritime and Domestic Security: Funding supports the Coast Guard's role in advancing maritime security and rescuing civilians in distress, as well as combating transnational criminal organizations. (Text Body)
Securing Transportation Systems: Ensuring funding prevents the issues seen during previous lapses, such as increased passenger wait times and travel delays caused by TSA staffing strains. (Text Body)
Cyber Resilience: Maintaining full operations for CISA helps protect critical infrastructure, such as hospital networks and electric grids, from cyberattacks. (Text Body)
Domestic Resilience and Emergency Response: Continued funding supports FEMA's ability to assist with State and local responses to man-made and natural disasters. (Text Body)
Degraded Interagency Coordination: Withholding funding for individual components of the Department could lead to a breakdown in how different agencies work together. (Resolution Section 2)
Increased Public Risk: The document cautions that the American people face a greater risk every day that the Department of Homeland Security is subject to a lapse in funding. (Resolution Section 3)
Financial Hardship for Employees: Previous funding lapses have caused civilian personnel at the Coast Guard to miss paychecks, which can hurt morale and recruitment. (Text Body)
Operational Weakness: A lack of funding can weaken the Coast Guard's ability to combat the smuggling of sanctioned oil and other criminal activities. (Text Body)
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Rules Committee · Mar 26, 2026
Adopted
With no one objecting, no names recorded
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