House bill sets 2026 funding and rules for Congress's own operations

What does this do?

This bill funds the legislative branch for fiscal year 2026, covering the House, Capitol Police, Library of Congress, GAO, and CBO. It sets spending for salaries, committee operations, building maintenance, and security, and includes death-benefit payments to families of three House members who died in office. It also adds policy provisions, including bans on certain Chinese-linked tech and vehicle purchases, restrictions on DEI training, and a freeze on the 2026 member pay raise.

Who does it affect?

Lawmakers, congressional staff, Capitol Police officers, and employees of the Library of Congress and GAO are directly affected. The public is indirectly affected through Capitol tours, research services, copyright registration, and library programs for blind and print-disabled readers.

Why does it matter?

The bill locks in funding levels and operating rules for Congress's own agencies for the coming year, while imposing new restrictions on procurement, training content, and leadership changes at Capitol Police. It does not affect other federal agencies, Social Security, defense, or broader taxpayer programs.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• $1.98 billion for House operations
• $850 million for member offices
• $890+ million for Capitol Police