Key facts
- House appropriators are returning to regular DHS programming.
- The House Appropriations Committee will mark up the FY2027 DHS funding bill this week.
- The House will attempt to pass a reconciliation bill to fund ICE and CBP.
- Potential congressional changes to the U.S. Copyright Office are being considered.
House appropriators are shifting their focus back to the standard Department of Homeland Security (DHS) programming, with the House Appropriations Committee set to mark up the Republican-led FY2027 DHS funding bill this week. Concurrently, the House will attempt to pass a reconciliation bill aimed at funding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
In addition to the DHS funding discussions, potential legislative actions by Congress that could alter the structure or function of the U.S. Copyright Office are also being considered. The update originates from the 'Portal' platform, which also provides guidance on its utilization.