H.R. 3944: Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
The bill is focused on funding for military construction, veterans' affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year 2026. It specifies the allocation of financial resources to various military branches and veterans' programs, covering essential areas such as housing, medical services, and research. Key aspects of funding include:
Funding Allocations
- Military construction: Funds will be designated for building and upgrading facilities used by military personnel.
- Veterans' programs: There will be allocations for services aimed at veterans, which includes medical support and housing assistance.
Department of Veterans Affairs Operations
The bill provides funding for operations and maintenance of several agencies within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Notable allocations include:
- National Cemetery Administration: $497 million allocated to maintain and operate veterans' cemeteries.
- Board of Veterans Appeals: $287 million designated for processing appeals from veterans regarding their benefits.
- Information Technology Systems: $5.882 billion set aside to update and maintain the VA's IT systems for better service delivery.
Additionally, the bill outlines specific conditions regarding the transfer of funds and requirements for reporting back on how appropriated funds are used, promoting oversight and accountability in financial matters.
Animal Research Provisions
Starting July 1, 2025, the bill prohibits funding for certain types of animal research unless it receives specific approval from the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This section emphasizes:
- Strict conditions that must be met when seeking approval for animal research funding.
- Requirements for reporting on such research endeavors.
- Periodic inspections and evaluations will be mandated to ensure compliance with the established rules and to minimize harm to animals involved.
Overall Objectives
The overarching intent of the legislation is to ensure that veterans receive adequate support and resources, enhance operational capabilities within the Department of Veterans Affairs, and regulate the use of funds allocated for animal research. The bill aims for transparency and accountability in managing funds, as well as promoting ethical considerations in research involving animals.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Jul. 23, 2025 | Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S4588: 1; text: CR S4588-4598) |
| Jul. 23, 2025 | Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 90 - 8. Record Vote Number: 428. |
| Jul. 23, 2025 | Motion to proceed to measure considered in Senate. (CR S4577: 6) |
| Jul. 22, 2025 | Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 91 - 7. Record Vote Number: 423. (CR S4520: 6) |
| Jul. 22, 2025 | Motion to proceed to measure considered in Senate. (CR S4515: 6) |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure presented in Senate. (CR S4449) |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Committee on Appropriations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably. |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Committee on Appropriations. Reported by Senator Boozman with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-43. |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S4449: 1) |
| Jul. 17, 2025 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 121. |
| Jun. 30, 2025 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 3944 as unfinished business. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2957-2959: 1) |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 530. (; consideration: CR H2937: 1; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2941-2951) |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 530, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Correa amendment No. 8. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 530, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Joyce (OH) amendment No. 21. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 530, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Carter (TX) amendment en bloc No. 1. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 530, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Carter (TX) amendment en bloc No. 2. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 3944. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 530 and Rule XVIII. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Mr. Carter (TX) moved that the committee rise. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Ms. Kaptur moved to recommit to the Committee on Appropriations. (CR H2958) |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 208 - 216 (Roll no. 181). |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 182). |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 206 (Roll no. 182). |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Carter (TX) amendment en bloc No. 2, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Wasserman Schultz demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed proceedings until a time to be announced. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, H.R. 875 and H. Res. 516. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3944 under a structured rule and H.R. 275, H.R. 875, and H.Res. 516 under a closed rule, with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, and H.R. 875. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | The House adopted the amendments en gros as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 3944. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. |
| Jun. 25, 2025 | The Speaker designated the Honorable Barry Loudermilk to act as Chairman of the Committee. |
| Jun. 23, 2025 | Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 530 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, H.R. 875 and H. Res. 516. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3944 under a structured rule and H.R. 275, H.R. 875, and H.Res. 516 under a closed rule, with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3944, H.R. 275, and H.R. 875. |
| Jun. 12, 2025 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 128. |
| Jun. 12, 2025 | The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-161, by Mr. Carter (TX). |
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