President Donald Trump has signed into law a measure restoring funding to most components of the Department of Homeland Security, ending a 76-day lapse in appropriations for DHS.
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Politico reported that the House approved the legislation on Thursday by voice vote after the Senate passed the bill in March.
In a memo published Thursday, Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought said that DHS should take all necessary steps to restart affected functions immediately following enactment of the law.
What Are the Provisions of the DHS Appropriations Measure?
The measure provides funding for several DHS components through the end of fiscal year 2026.
According to Politico, agencies funded under the bill include the U.S. Coast Guard, the Transportation Security Administration, the U.S. Secret Service, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
The legislation does not provide funding for immigration enforcement operations, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol within U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ICE and Border Patrol have continued operating during the funding lapse using previously appropriated funds.
The bill includes certain provisions related to immigration enforcement practices that were negotiated earlier this year, but it does not incorporate additional requirements that Democrats sought.
What Comes Next for Immigration Enforcement Funding?
Lawmakers are now turning to a separate legislative effort to fund immigration enforcement agencies.
Republican lawmakers have initiated the budget reconciliation process to advance a package that would provide funding for ICE and Border Patrol. The approach allows the Senate to consider the measure without being subject to the filibuster, according to Politico.
Trump has called for the legislation to reach his desk by June 1.
