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Making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-9010| House 
| Updated: 5/22/2026
David G. Valadao

David G. Valadao

Republican Representative

California

Appropriations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill makes appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, allocating funds for the operations of various congressional offices and agencies. It designates substantial amounts for the House of Representatives , covering salaries and expenses for leadership offices, Members' Representational Allowances, and compensation for interns across different House entities. Funds are also provided for standing, special, and select committees, as well as the Committee on Appropriations, with some amounts remaining available for extended periods. The bill details allocations for various House officers and employees, including the Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, Chief Administrative Officer, and Offices of the Whistleblower Ombuds and Inspector General. Allowances and expenses cover employee benefits, business continuity, transition activities for new members and staff, and the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program. A specific provision establishes a House of Representatives Modernization Initiatives Account to support approved initiatives. Administrative provisions for the House mandate that any unused Members' Representational Allowances be deposited in the Treasury for deficit reduction or federal debt reduction. It also limits payments for vehicle leasing from these allowances to $1,000 per month and ensures constitutional integrity in cybersecurity assistance provided to the House. The bill prohibits the procurement of certain information technology equipment from specified foreign entities and requires in-person workplace misconduct training for Members of Congress under public investigation. For Joint Items , appropriations are made for the Joint Economic Committee, Joint Committee on Taxation, Office of the Attending Physician, and the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services. The Capitol Police receive significant funding for salaries, overtime, and general expenses, with a specific prohibition on purchasing drones manufactured in or affiliated with the People's Republic of China, except for national security purposes. Other legislative agencies funded include the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights and the Congressional Budget Office , which is directed to use a portion of its funds to improve the transparency of budgetary estimates. The Architect of the Capitol receives appropriations for capital construction and operations, encompassing the maintenance, care, and operation of the Capitol Building, Grounds, House Office Buildings, Capitol Power Plant, Library Buildings, Capitol Police Buildings, Botanic Garden, and the Capitol Visitor Center. A provision prevents incentive or award payments to contractors who are behind schedule or over budget, unless specific conditions are met. The Library of Congress is funded for general expenses, including the Copyright Office, which receives funds for modernization initiatives and training in intellectual property laws. Appropriations are also made for the Congressional Research Service, with rules regarding publication approval, and the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. The Government Publishing Office receives funds for congressional publishing, public information programs, and its Business Operations Revolving Fund, with specific limitations on printing and fund transfers. The Government Accountability Office is allocated funds for salaries and expenses, with a restriction on using funds for civil actions unless authorized by a concurrent resolution of Congress. Smaller appropriations are made to the Congressional Office for International Leadership Fund and the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development. General provisions include prohibitions on using funds for private vehicle maintenance, limitations on fiscal year availability, and restrictions on telecommunications and video surveillance equipment from certain foreign adversaries. The bill also prohibits the use of funds to maintain computer networks that do not block pornography, except for law enforcement purposes. It explicitly states that no cost of living adjustments will be made for Members of Congress during fiscal year 2027. A significant change is introduced for the appointment and removal of the Librarian of Congress and the Director of the Government Publishing Office, requiring a majority vote of a congressional commission based solely on fitness for duty, without regard to political affiliation.
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Timeline
May 22, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 580.
May 22, 2026
The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-666, by Mr. Valadao.
  • May 22, 2026
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 580.


  • May 22, 2026
    The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-666, by Mr. Valadao.

Making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.

USA119th CongressHR-9010| House 
| Updated: 5/22/2026
This bill makes appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, allocating funds for the operations of various congressional offices and agencies. It designates substantial amounts for the House of Representatives , covering salaries and expenses for leadership offices, Members' Representational Allowances, and compensation for interns across different House entities. Funds are also provided for standing, special, and select committees, as well as the Committee on Appropriations, with some amounts remaining available for extended periods. The bill details allocations for various House officers and employees, including the Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, Chief Administrative Officer, and Offices of the Whistleblower Ombuds and Inspector General. Allowances and expenses cover employee benefits, business continuity, transition activities for new members and staff, and the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program. A specific provision establishes a House of Representatives Modernization Initiatives Account to support approved initiatives. Administrative provisions for the House mandate that any unused Members' Representational Allowances be deposited in the Treasury for deficit reduction or federal debt reduction. It also limits payments for vehicle leasing from these allowances to $1,000 per month and ensures constitutional integrity in cybersecurity assistance provided to the House. The bill prohibits the procurement of certain information technology equipment from specified foreign entities and requires in-person workplace misconduct training for Members of Congress under public investigation. For Joint Items , appropriations are made for the Joint Economic Committee, Joint Committee on Taxation, Office of the Attending Physician, and the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services. The Capitol Police receive significant funding for salaries, overtime, and general expenses, with a specific prohibition on purchasing drones manufactured in or affiliated with the People's Republic of China, except for national security purposes. Other legislative agencies funded include the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights and the Congressional Budget Office , which is directed to use a portion of its funds to improve the transparency of budgetary estimates. The Architect of the Capitol receives appropriations for capital construction and operations, encompassing the maintenance, care, and operation of the Capitol Building, Grounds, House Office Buildings, Capitol Power Plant, Library Buildings, Capitol Police Buildings, Botanic Garden, and the Capitol Visitor Center. A provision prevents incentive or award payments to contractors who are behind schedule or over budget, unless specific conditions are met. The Library of Congress is funded for general expenses, including the Copyright Office, which receives funds for modernization initiatives and training in intellectual property laws. Appropriations are also made for the Congressional Research Service, with rules regarding publication approval, and the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. The Government Publishing Office receives funds for congressional publishing, public information programs, and its Business Operations Revolving Fund, with specific limitations on printing and fund transfers. The Government Accountability Office is allocated funds for salaries and expenses, with a restriction on using funds for civil actions unless authorized by a concurrent resolution of Congress. Smaller appropriations are made to the Congressional Office for International Leadership Fund and the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development. General provisions include prohibitions on using funds for private vehicle maintenance, limitations on fiscal year availability, and restrictions on telecommunications and video surveillance equipment from certain foreign adversaries. The bill also prohibits the use of funds to maintain computer networks that do not block pornography, except for law enforcement purposes. It explicitly states that no cost of living adjustments will be made for Members of Congress during fiscal year 2027. A significant change is introduced for the appointment and removal of the Librarian of Congress and the Director of the Government Publishing Office, requiring a majority vote of a congressional commission based solely on fitness for duty, without regard to political affiliation.
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Timeline
May 22, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 580.
May 22, 2026
The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-666, by Mr. Valadao.
  • May 22, 2026
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 580.


  • May 22, 2026
    The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-666, by Mr. Valadao.
David G. Valadao

David G. Valadao

Republican Representative

California

Appropriations Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted