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Supplemental Funding for Capitol Security and National Guard

This act allocates additional funds to enhance the security of the U.S. Capitol and support the National Guard. These funds are intended to cover costs related to the events of January 6, 2021, including salaries, training, and infrastructure upgrades. Citizens may experience increased security around the Capitol and better preparedness of law enforcement agencies.
Key points
Additional $231 million for Army National Guard and $28.9 million for Air National Guard for operations related to January 6, 2021.
Over $37 million for Capitol Police salaries, including retention and hazard bonuses, and wellness programs.
$33 million for Capitol Police general expenses, including physical protection barriers, civil disturbance unit equipment, and reimbursements for state and local law enforcement.
Increased authority for the Chief of the Capitol Police to request assistance from other federal agencies during emergencies.
$15 million for the Architect of the Capitol to secure windows and doors in the U.S. Capitol Building.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2312
Sponsor: Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL]
Process start date: 2021-07-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2312.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Additional $231 million for Army National Guard and $28.9 million for Air National Guard for operations related to January 6, 2021.
  • Over $37 million for Capitol Police salaries, including retention and hazard bonuses, and wellness programs.
  • $33 million for Capitol Police general expenses, including physical protection barriers, civil disturbance unit equipment, and reimbursements for state and local law enforcement.
  • Increased authority for the Chief of the Capitol Police to request assistance from other federal agencies during emergencies.
  • $15 million for the Architect of the Capitol to secure windows and doors in the U.S. Capitol Building.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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