H.R.3944 — Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026
House Roll Call
H.R.3944
| Bill | H.R.3944 — Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Recommit |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Failed |
| Totals | Yea 208 / Nay 216 / Present 0 / Not Voting 8 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | 216 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 208 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Recommit
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 3944 - Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026
HR 3944 is an appropriations bill that allocates funding for military construction, veterans affairs, agriculture, and legislative branch operations for the fiscal year 2026. The bill aims to ensure that essential services and infrastructure for military personnel, veterans, and agricultural sectors are adequately funded and maintained.
Funding and Authorities: The bill outlines specific appropriations for various departments, including the Department of Defense (DoD) for military construction projects, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for veteran services, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for agricultural programs. The total funding levels are determined based on budgetary constraints and priorities set by Congress.
Programs and Agencies Affected: Key agencies impacted by this bill include the DoD, VA, and USDA. Within the DoD, funding will support the construction of military facilities, housing, and infrastructure improvements. The VA will receive funding to enhance healthcare services, benefits administration, and support programs for veterans. The USDA funding will focus on agricultural research, rural development, and food assistance programs.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are military personnel, veterans, farmers, and rural communities. The legislation also establishes regulatory frameworks for the use of funds, ensuring accountability and compliance with federal standards.
Key Timelines: The latest action on HR 3944 indicates that the House has sent a message to the Senate requesting a conference to resolve differences between the two chambers’ versions of the bill. The timeline for final passage will depend on the conference negotiations and subsequent votes in both the House and Senate. The bill is crucial for maintaining operational readiness in military construction and ensuring that veterans receive necessary services, with a focus on timely funding for the upcoming fiscal year.
Yea (208)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Nay (216)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
