Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security.
Department of Homeland Security: Support for Full Funding
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This resolution is a formal way for the House of Representatives to say they support the Department of Homeland Security. It lists the many ways the department protects the country, from the Coast Guard rescuing people at sea to the Secret Service protecting leaders and the financial system.
- The document highlights how recent budget problems have hurt the department. For example, it notes that over 50,000 TSA workers have been working without pay because of a funding gap. This has caused long lines at airports and led hundreds of employees to quit their jobs.
- It points to several recent scary events, like shootings and attempted bombings in Texas, New York, and Michigan, to show that the U.S. is facing more threats right now. The resolution argues that because of these dangers, the government must make sure the department has all the money and tools it needs to stay strong.
- This resolution is mostly a public statement and does not actually change any laws or spend any money right now. It is meant to show where the House stands on the issue and to thank the thousands of law enforcement officers and agents who work every day to keep the public safe.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 187, 13 Present (Roll no. 102).
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 187, 13 Present (Roll no. 102).
The House of Representatives voted to approve this bill. It now goes to the Senate.
Considered as unfinished business.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 1128, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the resolution and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Thompson (MS) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Vote Results
1 voteOn Agreeing to the Resolution, as Amended
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security.
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