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2026 Budget: Funding for Labor, Health, Education, and New Policy Bans

This act appropriates funds for the Departments of Labor, Health, and Education for fiscal year 2026 while enacting significant policy shifts. It funds essential services but prohibits federal spending on gender transition procedures, COVID-19 mandates, and specific student loan forgiveness programs.
Key points
Renaming Workforce Pell Grants to 'Trump Grants' and blocking implementation of student loan forgiveness rules.
Prohibiting funding for schools allowing biological males in female sports and banning federal funds for COVID-19 mask or vaccine mandates.
Renaming AmeriCorps to 'America First Corps' and allocating $100 million for a 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5304
Sponsor: Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4]
Process start date: 2025-09-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, 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_5304.

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 2025-09-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Renaming Workforce Pell Grants to 'Trump Grants' and blocking implementation of student loan forgiveness rules.
  • Prohibiting funding for schools allowing biological males in female sports and banning federal funds for COVID-19 mask or vaccine mandates.
  • Renaming AmeriCorps to 'America First Corps' and allocating $100 million for a 'Make America Healthy Again' initiative.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 227.

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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