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Congress·Enacted·H.R. 5371

Trump Signs Continuing Appropriations Act, Funding Veterans, Farms, and Government Through 2026

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

Also known as: Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026

4 months ago·View on Congress.gov
Part of: SAVE America Act and DHS Funding Standoff
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Signed Into Law

This legislation has been enacted.

Legislative Progress

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217–212

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60–40

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Key Points

  • Congress passed a law to keep the government running and provide a full year of funding for several major areas, including farming, the military, and veterans' services. This prevents a government shutdown by providing temporary money for most agencies until January 30, 2026, while setting permanent budgets for others.

    From policy text

    “Unless otherwise provided for in this Act or in the applicable appropriations Act for fiscal year 2026, appropriations and funds made available and authority granted pursuant to this Act shall be available until whichever of the following first occurs: (1) The enactment into law of an appropriation for any project or activity provided for in this Act. (2) The enactment into law of the applicable appropriations Act for fiscal year 2026 without any provision for such project or activity. (3) January 30, 2026.”
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  • The plan puts billions of dollars into veterans' healthcare, specifically focusing on mental health, suicide prevention, and treatment for those exposed to toxic chemicals during their service. It also extends programs that help homeless veterans find housing and ensures they can continue using telehealth for doctor visits.
  • The policy funds major food programs like WIC and SNAP to help families afford groceries and provides money for healthy school lunches. It also extends the current rules for farm programs for another year, which helps farmers with insurance and conservation programs to protect their land.

    From policy text

    “For necessary expenses to carry out the special supplemental nutrition program as authorized by section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786), $8,200,000,000, to remain available through September 30, 2027”
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  • Small towns and rural areas will see investments in high-speed internet, clean water systems, and local hospitals. The bill includes special grants to help rural communities save energy and lower their utility costs through new professional support programs.

    From policy text

    “Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a new pilot program to support on-the-ground local Energy Circuit Riders who provide professional support to rural communities for the purpose of undertaking projects that save energy and reduce emissions”
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  • The law keeps community health centers open and extends several Medicare and Medicaid programs that were set to expire. It also updates rules for over-the-counter drugs and changes the legal definition of hemp to better regulate products that might have similar effects to marijuana.
  • To keep the government stable, the law bans federal agencies from laying off workers or reducing the size of their staff while this temporary funding is in place. It also requires that any iron or steel used in rural water projects be made in the United States to support local manufacturing.

    From policy text

    “no federal funds may be used to initiate, carry out, implement, or otherwise notice a reduction in force to reduce the number of employees within any department, agency, or office of the Federal Government.”
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Economy FinanceVeteransAgricultureHealthcareMedicare Medicaid

Impact Analysis

Personal Impact

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

State Impacts

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

Political Response

Milestones

76 milestones97 actions
Nov 12, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-37.

Nov 12, 2025

Signed by President.

Nov 12, 2025House

Presented to President.

Nov 12, 2025House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Nov 12, 2025House

On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 209 (Roll no. 285). (text: CR H4609-4652)

What Happens Next

Projected impacts based on AI analysis

Approximately November 2026 (365 days after enactment)

New hemp product restrictions take effect

Many hemp-derived THC products currently sold in stores will become illegal under the tighter definition of hemp. Products exceeding 0.4mg total THC per container will no longer qualify as legal hemp products.

Vote Results

26 votes
SenateBill DefeatedPassageSep 19, 2025

On Passage of the Bill

44
48
Democrat
1 – 44
Republican
43 – 2 · 8
Independent
0 – 2
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SenateBill DefeatedPassageSep 30, 2025

On Passage of the Bill

55
45
Democrat
2 – 43
Republican
52 – 1
Independent
1 – 1
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SenateFailedClotureOct 1, 2025

On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed

55
45
Democrat
2 – 43
Republican
52 – 1
Independent
1 – 1
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Related Bills

8 bills
H.R. 4121Related bill

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

Jun 25 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 138.

H.R. 3944Related bill

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

Sep 18 — Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House requests a conference.

S. 2256Related bill

Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

Jul 10 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 112.

H.R. 4249Related bill

Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026

Jun 30 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 144.

S. 2257Related bill

Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026

Jul 10 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 113.

H.Res. 873Related bill

Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes.

Nov 12 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

H.R. 4273Related bill

Over-the-Counter Monograph Drug User Fee Amendments

Sep 17 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 254.

H.Res. 722Related bill

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5371) making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 719) honoring the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk; and for other purposes.

Sep 17 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

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

Bill NumberHR 5371
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionBecame Public Law No: 119-37.

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