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Read. Follow. Verify.Federal Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026 funds government operations through HR 5371
Last action · November 12, 2025: Became Public Law No: 119-37.
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What This Bill Does
HR 5371 enacts for agriculture, the legislative branch, military construction, and veterans affairs for 2026, extending federal funding and authorities. The measure applies to federal agencies and programs associated with these sectors following its enactment.
Federal funding levels and operational authorities are extended for critical agricultural programs, military construction projects, veterans services, and the legislative branch, directly impacting federal agency operations and resource allocations.
- Continuing resolutions are temporary funding measures enacted by Congress when regular appropriations bills are not completed before the fiscal year begins. context
Who It Affects
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Federal agencies and programs in agriculture, legislative branch, military construction, and veterans affairs
Their operational funding and statutory authorities are extended for fiscal year 2026 under the continuing appropriations act.
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Current status: Became law.
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Enactment of Continuing Appropriations for FY 2026
HR 5371 successfully transitioned into Public Law No: 119-37, securing temporary operational funding for targeted federal sectors.
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