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2026 Budget: Energy, Water Infrastructure, and New Social Rules

This act allocates funds for water infrastructure, nuclear and renewable energy, and national security while implementing significant social policies. It prohibits the use of funds to implement COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates and protects gun possession rights at water resource projects.
Key points
Prohibition on using funds made available by this Act to implement or enforce COVID-19 mask or vaccine mandates.
Permission for individuals to possess firearms at water resource development projects if compliant with state law.
Protection for individuals and institutions from federal discrimination based on religious beliefs regarding marriage.
Ban on selling oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China or entities linked to the Chinese Communist Party.
Funding for flood control, electric grid modernization, and the development of small modular nuclear reactors.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-09-04
50%
For 214
Against 213
Abstain 0
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Placed on Calendar
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4553
Sponsor: Rep. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3]
Process start date: 2025-07-21
Voting date: 2025-09-04
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 239
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4553.

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 2025-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition on using funds made available by this Act to implement or enforce COVID-19 mask or vaccine mandates.
  • Permission for individuals to possess firearms at water resource development projects if compliant with state law.
  • Protection for individuals and institutions from federal discrimination based on religious beliefs regarding marriage.
  • Ban on selling oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China or entities linked to the Chinese Communist Party.
  • Funding for flood control, electric grid modernization, and the development of small modular nuclear reactors.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 156.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-19.

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