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HR 5666119th CongressIn Committee
To provide for continued operation of the Coast Guard in the event of a lapse in appropriation.
Introduced: Sep 30, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2] (R-New Jersey)
Defense & National Security
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This bill would create a temporary funding mechanism to keep the Coast Guard operating if there is a lapse in appropriations. It authorizes the continuation of Coast Guard operations by appropriating “such amounts as may be necessary,” but only for the lesser of 30 days or the actual duration of the appropriation lapse. In short, if funding ends and a lapse begins, the Coast Guard could continue essential work for up to 30 days (or the full lapse if shorter than 30 days) while Congress resolves the funding gap. The measure is a short-term bridge to prevent service disruption during funding gaps.
Key Points
- 1Purpose: Provide continued Coast Guard operations during a lapse in appropriations.
- 2Funding authority: Grants such amounts as may be necessary to operate the Coast Guard.
- 3Time limit: Coverage is limited to the lesser of 30 days or the duration of the lapse.
- 4Scope: Applies specifically to Coast Guard operations and funding during a lapse.
- 5Status: Introduced in the House by Mr. Van Drew and referred to the House Appropriations Committee.
Impact Areas
Primary group/area affected: Coast Guard personnel and operations (including missions such as search and rescue, maritime safety, security, and law enforcement) during a funding lapse.Secondary group/area affected: Public reliance on Coast Guard services, including maritime commerce, port safety, and coastal security, which could be maintained more continuously during a lapse.Additional impacts: Provides a mechanism to avoid immediate disruption of Coast Guard functions during budget gaps, but it does not replace a full, ongoing appropriation and would require subsequent congressional action to extend beyond 30 days or to cover longer lapses. Potential considerations include compliance with the Anti-Deficiency Act and overall fiscal management during crises.
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