Analyst Brief January 31, 2026

H.R. 7148 — Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026

Current Status

Proposed Amendment

Executive Summary

This document presents proposed amendments to H.R. 7148, a bill making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The amendments primarily focus on Division H, relating to Further Continuing Appropriations. These changes involve striking and inserting new language to modify existing provisions and extend appropriation timelines.

Bill Data

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Bill Number

H.R. 7148

Session

119th

Co-Sponsors

None
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Arguments For

  • Ensures continued government operations by extending appropriation timelines.
  • Provides necessary funding for essential services and departments.
  • Allows for orderly termination of government functions if necessary.
  • Offers political stability by preventing government shutdowns.

Likely Supporters

None specified

Arguments Against

  • May face opposition from those seeking more comprehensive budget reforms.
  • Could be criticized for perpetuating short-term funding solutions instead of long-term fiscal planning.
  • Potential for disagreements over specific funding allocations within the continuing appropriations.
  • Risk of delays in implementation due to political gridlock.

Likely Opponents

None specified

📋 Key Provisions

  • Amends Section 2 by striking and inserting language related to Division H.
  • Strikes lines 15 through 22 on page 4 of the original bill.
  • Strikes a section of the bill from page 1132, line 9 through page 1235, line 16, and inserts new language.
  • Amends the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 (division A of Public Law 119–37) by striking and inserting a new date.
  • Modifies provisions related to the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026, including the time covered and amounts made available.
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Claim Analysis Page 1, Line 1

The amendment strikes language related to division H in section 2.

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"In section 2 in the matter"

Claim Analysis Page 1, Line 3

Division H is titled 'Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026'.

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"Division H-Further Continuing Appropriations Act"

Claim Analysis Page 1, Line 5

The amendment strikes lines 15 through 22 on page 4.

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"On page 4, strike lines"

Claim Analysis Page 1, Line 6

The amendment strikes language from page 1132, line 9 through page 1235, line 16.

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"Beginning on page 1132, strike"

Claim Analysis Page 2, Line 3

The Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026 is amended.

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"The Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026"