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2026 Budget: Funding for Veterans, Agriculture, Food Safety, and Military Infrastructure

This act appropriates funds for veteran healthcare and benefits, as well as nutrition programs for low-income families. It also invests in rural development, including broadband internet, and strengthens food and drug safety regulations.
Key points
Significant funding for veteran healthcare, including mental health and toxic exposure treatments.
Allocations for SNAP benefits, WIC, and school meal programs to support families.
Investments in military construction and housing for service members and their families.
Grants and loans for rural broadband expansion and water infrastructure improvements.
Enhanced FDA enforcement regarding vaping products and food safety standards.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-09-11
50%
For 211
Against 213
Abstain 0
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Resolving Differences
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3944
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, John R. [R-TX-31]
Process start date: 2025-06-12
Voting date: 2025-09-11
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 263
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3944.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Significant funding for veteran healthcare, including mental health and toxic exposure treatments.
  • Allocations for SNAP benefits, WIC, and school meal programs to support families.
  • Investments in military construction and housing for service members and their families.
  • Grants and loans for rural broadband expansion and water infrastructure improvements.
  • Enhanced FDA enforcement regarding vaping products and food safety standards.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Resolving Differences.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Carter, John R. [R-TX-31].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: The Speaker appointed conferees: Cole, Aderholt, Carter of Texas, Harris of Maryland, Valadao, Newhouse, Moolenaar, Rutherford, Cline, Hinson, Letlow, Guest, Zinke, Bice, Scott Franklin of Florida, LaLota, Strong, Maloy, Moore of West Virginia, DeLauro, Hoyer, Kaptur, Bishop, Wasserman Schultz, Cuellar, Pingree, Quigley, Espaillat, Underwood, Levin, Escobar, and Perez.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-18.

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