HR 5450S 2882119th CongressIn Committee

Continuing Appropriations and Extensions and Other Matters Act, 2026

Introduced: Sep 18, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3] (D-Connecticut)

Economy & Taxes

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Standard Summary

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The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions and Other Matters Act, 2026 is a temporary funding bill (continuing resolution) that provides federal government funding from October 1, 2025 through October 31, 2025. The bill maintains most government programs at fiscal year 2025 funding levels while Congress works on full-year appropriations. It includes several notable provisions: restrictions on the executive branch's ability to withhold appropriated funds, additional emergency funding for judicial and congressional security, extensions of various health and social programs, and specific adjustments for certain agencies and programs. The bill also establishes a new Office of Inspector General for the Office of Management and Budget and makes permanent changes to budget impoundment procedures.

Key Points

1Provides continuing appropriations through October 31, 2025, at fiscal year 2025 funding levels for most federal programs and agencies
2Prohibits the withholding or deferring of appropriated funds during the final 90 days before expiration, addressing concerns about executive impoundment of congressionally approved spending
3Allocates $186.5 million in emergency funding for enhanced security for federal judges, Supreme Court justices, Members of Congress, and the Capitol complex
4Extends funding for community health centers ($373.7 million) and the National Health Service Corps ($30.9 million) through October 31, 2025
5Creates a new Office of Inspector General for the Office of Management and Budget with $20 million in funding and exemption from budget apportionment controls

Impact Areas

Federal Government Operations: All federal agencies and departments will continue operating at current funding levels, preventing a government shutdownJudicial Branch: Enhanced security funding addresses threats against federal judges and Supreme Court justicesLegislative Branch: Increased security funding for Members of Congress and Capitol facilities in response to security concernsHealthcare Access: Community health centers and National Health Service Corps programs continue serving underserved populationsBudget Oversight: New OMB Inspector General provides independent oversight of executive budget management practicesDefense Programs: Specific provisions maintain critical defense programs including E-7 Wedgetail aircraft and submarine construction

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