House Approves Senate-Backed Bill to Fund Homeland Security and End Shutdown

In Brief

The passage of the funding bill ends a shutdown and ensures continued pay for Homeland Security employees.

Key Facts

• Republicans used a special legislative maneuver to bypass opposition within their own party and bring the bill to a vote.
• House Republicans considered passage of a Senate-backed Department of Homeland Security funding bill as DHS money was running out.
• Democrats played a key role in advancing the measure through the House.
• The House unanimously approved a Senate bill that it had previously rejected.
• The funding bill is intended to unlock $70 billion for immigration enforcement and related operations.

What Happened

The House passed a Senate-approved bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security, ending a shutdown and enabling pay for agency employees.

Why It Matters

This action resolves a funding lapse that had halted pay for Homeland Security staff, including TSA workers, and prevents further disruptions to agency operations.

What's Next

The bill will proceed to the next stage of the legislative process, and implementation of the funding is expected to resume normal agency activities.