Bill sets 2026 intelligence budget, keeps most spending figures classified
Placed on the calendarH.R. 5167Latest action
Sponsor: Eric A. "Rick" Crawford · Representative · AR
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Official title: Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
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HR 5167 authorizes 2026 funding for U.S. intelligence agencies, but most dollar figures remain classified.
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What does this do?
HR 5167 is the annual funding authorization for U.S. intelligence agencies, including the CIA and NSA, for 2026. Most specific budget figures are kept in a classified annex not released to the public, though congressional committees and the president have access to them.
Who does it affect?
The bill directly affects federal intelligence agencies, their employees, and retirees, whose budgets and operating authority it sets for the year. It indirectly affects all Americans through its connection to national security and counterterrorism work.
Why does it matter?
Because most spending details are classified, the general public and lawmakers outside intelligence committees will not see exactly how the money is used. The bill also limits activities to those already permitted under the Constitution or existing law.
What does it cost, and who pays?
The bill publicly discloses two figures: $642 million for the Intelligence Community Management Account and $514 million for the CIA's retirement and disability fund; all other amounts are classified.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedSep 8, 2025
- House committee
- House voteYou are here · Nov 28, 2025
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 339.