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Federal budget
Action history.

A dated list of what government put on paper, with the match and source behind every entry.

Available history window: Nov 1, 2016–Nov 1, 2026
Matched files90cleared source rules
First match shownJan 14, 2026within this history window
Latest actionSep 2, 2026newest dated record
Active branches2kept separate
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CongressIN COMMITTEE

H.R. 10187 · To prohibit the pay of Members of Congress during periods in which a Government shutdown is in effect, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdictio…

Why it matched
government + shutdown
Status basis
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each ca…
CongressIN COMMITTEE

H.R. 10014 · Restoring Accountability in Appropriations Act

Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisi…
CongressADVANCED

H.Res. 1398 · Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8800) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military constructio…

VACATING PROCEEDINGS - Mr. Steil asked unanimous consent that the ordering of a recorded vote on the question of reconsideration of the vote on adoption on H. Res. 1398 be vacated to the end that the motion to reconsider be laid on the table. Agreed to withou…

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
VACATING PROCEEDINGS - Mr. Steil asked unanimous consent that the ordering of a recorded vote on the question of reconsideration of the vote on adoption on H. Res. 1398 be vacated to the en…
CongressADVANCED

H.Res. 1377 · Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that dist…

UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST - Mr. Steil asked unanimous consent that H. Res. 1377 be laid on the table. Agreed to without objection.

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST - Mr. Steil asked unanimous consent that H. Res. 1377 be laid on the table. Agreed to without objection.
CongressADVANCED

H.R. 9022 · Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027

Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1377 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1181, H.R. 9022, H.R. 8595 and H.R. 9237. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 1181 and H.R. 9237 under a closed rule and H.R. 9022 and H.R. 8595 u…

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1377 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1181, H.R. 9022, H.R. 8595 and H.R. 9237. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R…
CongressIN COMMITTEE

H.R. 8380 · To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to establish certain procedures for consideration of annual appropriation bills, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisi…
CongressIN COMMITTEE

H.R. 8206 · Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026

Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerne…

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of suc…
CongressIN COMMITTEE

H.Res. 1096 · Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4213) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purp…

Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Ms. DeLauro. Petition No: 119-17. (Discharge petition text with signatures.)

Why it matched
appropriation
Status basis
Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Ms. DeLauro. Petition No: 119-17. (Discharge petition text with signatures.)
CongressFAILED

H.J.Res. 139 · Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government.

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 211 - 207 (Roll no. 95).

Why it matched
federal + budget
Status basis
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 211 - 207 (Roll no. 95).
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