House Republicans Agree to Pass Bill Ending 47-Day Homeland Security Shutdown

1-Minute Brief

The end of the partial DHS shutdown could restore agency operations and affect future immigration enforcement funding debates.

Key Facts

• House Republicans announced they will pass a Senate-advanced bill to end the partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown after 47 days.
• The Noem policy, which required the DHS secretary to personally review all contracts above $100,000, has been scrapped.
• The Department of Homeland Security asked employees to submit 30-second videos describing their hardships during the shutdown.
• President Trump stated that TSA agents are being paid using unspent funds from the previous year's tax and spending bill.
• Republican leaders are promoting a two-track approach to DHS funding, with a plan to fund most of the agency through September, excluding immigration enforcement.

What Happened

House Republicans said they will pass a bill that previously advanced in the Senate to end the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, which has lasted 47 days.

Why It Matters

The shutdown has affected key security operations and federal workers’ pay. Its resolution could influence how Congress addresses future funding for immigration enforcement and agency operations.

What's Next

If the House passes the bill, DHS funding would be restored except for immigration enforcement, which Republicans plan to address separately. Further legislative action on full agency funding is expected.