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Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

  1. Introduced
  2. Passed House
  3. Passed Senate
  4. To President
  5. Became Law

Overview

This is an appropriations bill for energy and water agencies in fiscal 2026. While not directly about education or family issues, broad appropriations bills sometimes contain riders or provisions that could affect funding for schools, colleges, or religious institutions.

Why it matters: Appropriations bills occasionally include language that changes rules for which institutions can receive federal funding or how they must operate—potentially affecting religious schools, universities, or nonprofits if restrictions are attached to energy or water grants they receive.

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What this changes

Appropriation / funding

Law today: The bill does not spell out the prior law. However, appropriations bills typically authorize and distribute federal funding for specified agencies and programs annually, building on prior-year appropriation structures.

If passed: This bill would allocate federal funds to energy and water development agencies for fiscal year 2026. The specific impacts on Christian families depend on which programs receive funding or cuts—for instance, if rural water infrastructure or hydroelectric projects serving faith communities are affected, or if funding priorities shift in ways that touch education or environmental stewardship values.

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Likely supporters & opponents

Likely support

  • Rural and agricultural communities — Federal investment in water infrastructure and energy development supports farming, ranching, and rural livelihoods.
  • Energy industry stakeholders — Appropriations for energy research and development support job creation and domestic energy security.

Likely opposition

  • Fiscal conservatives and budget-limitation advocates — Large appropriations bills add to federal spending and national debt.
  • Environmental advocacy groups — Funding for certain energy projects may not prioritize renewable or sustainable alternatives.

AI-inferred typical positions based on the bill’s substance — general stakeholder categories, not confirmed endorsements.

Should I support this?

Little direct impact

This is a routine annual appropriations bill. Without the full text showing specific spending priorities, it has no clear direct effect on religious freedom, parental rights, life issues, or educational freedom that would concern Christian families. The impact depends entirely on what programs are funded or defunded within it.

An AI assessment from a Christian-family perspective — religious freedom, parental rights, and freedom in education — not legal or voting advice.

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Official summary

Making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

Sponsors

  • Charles Fleischmann (R)

Status timeline

  1. 2025-09-10Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 156.S
  2. 2025-09-09Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.S
  3. 2025-09-08Received in the Senate.S
  4. 2025-09-04Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.H
  5. 2025-09-04On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 213 (Roll no. 239).H
  6. 2025-09-04On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 218 (Roll no. 238).H
  7. 2025-09-04The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.H
  8. 2025-09-04Ms. Budzinski moved to recommit to the Committee on Appropriations. (text: CR H3841)H
  9. 2025-09-04The House adopted the amendments en gros as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.H
  10. 2025-09-04The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.H
  11. 2025-09-04The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 4553.H
  12. 2025-09-04POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Schweikert amendment No. 33, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Schweikert demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  13. 2025-09-04DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Schweikert amendment No. 33.H
  14. 2025-09-04POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 32, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the noes had prevailed. Mr. Perry demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  15. 2025-09-04DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 32.H
  16. 2025-09-04POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 31, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  17. 2025-09-04DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 31.H
  18. 2025-09-04The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.H
  19. 2025-09-04Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3835)H
  20. 2025-09-03Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 4553 as unfinished business.H
  21. 2025-09-03On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.H
  22. 2025-09-03Mr. Fleischmann moved that the committee rise.H
  23. 2025-09-03The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.H
  24. 2025-09-03Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3821)H
  25. 2025-09-03Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 4553 as unfinished business.H
  26. 2025-09-03On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.H
  27. 2025-09-03Mr. Fleischmann moved that the committee rise.H
  28. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 30, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  29. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 30.H
  30. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 29, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  31. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 29.H
  32. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEDDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 28, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  33. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 28.H
  34. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 27, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Fleischmann demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  35. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 27.H
  36. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 26, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Kaptur demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  37. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 26.H
  38. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 25, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Fleischmann demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  39. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 25.H
  40. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 24, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Fitzpatrick demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  41. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 24.H
  42. 2025-09-03POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Perry amendment No. 23, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Fitzpatrick demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.H
  43. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Perry amendment No. 23.H
  44. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the McCormick amendment No. 21.H
  45. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Griffith amendment No. 8.H
  46. 2025-09-03DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 672, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 20 minutes of debate on the Fleischmann amendment en bloc.H
  47. 2025-09-03GENERAL DEBATE - The Committee of the Whole proceeded with one hour of general debate on H.R. 4553.H
  48. 2025-09-03The Speaker designated the Honorable Randy Fine to act as Chairman of the Committee.H
  49. 2025-09-03House resolved itself into the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union pursuant to H. Res. 672 and Rule XVIII.H
  50. 2025-09-03Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4553, H.J. Res. 104, H.J. Res. 105 and H.J. Res. 106. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4553 under a structured rule, and H.J. Res. 104, H.J. Res. 105, and H.J. Res. 106 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and a motion to recommit on each measure. The resolution further provides that H. Res. 668 and H. Res. 605 are adopted, and H. Res. 598 is laid on the table.H
  51. 2025-09-03Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 672. (consideration: CR H3796-3818; text: CR H3799-3807)H
  52. 2025-09-03Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 672 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4553, H.J. Res. 104, H.J. Res. 105 and H.J. Res. 106. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4553 under a structured rule, and H.J. Res. 104, H.J. Res. 105, and H.J. Res. 106 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and a motion to recommit on each measure. The resolution further provides that H. Res. 668 and H. Res. 605 are adopted, and H. Res. 598 is laid on the table.H
  53. 2025-07-21Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 173.H
  54. 2025-07-21The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-213, by Mr. Fleischmann.H

H = House · S = Senate · A = Assembly