National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027

Bill Number: H.R. 8595
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: International Affairs
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2026-06-30: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1398 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule, and H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884.
Last Updated: 2026-07-06T22:06:15Z

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Summary of H.R. 8595: National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027

Purpose

This bill provides funding for the U.S. Department of State, foreign operations, national security programs, and related activities for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027 (FY 2027). It appropriates billions from the U.S. Treasury for diplomatic operations, foreign aid, security assistance, multilateral contributions, and export financing, while imposing restrictions, certifications, and reporting requirements to align spending with U.S. national security and foreign policy goals.

Key Provisions

The bill is structured into eight titles with detailed funding allocations and conditions:

Title I: Department of State and Related Programs

Diplomatic Programs: $9.76 billion, including $4.16 billion for Worldwide Security Protection (security for U.S. personnel abroad).
Consular and Border Security Programs: $533 million (available until spent) to reduce passport backlogs and visa wait times.
Embassy Security, Construction, and Maintenance: $1.99 billion for upgrades and construction.
International Communications Activities: $575 million, prioritizing broadcasts to Cuba and internet freedom.
Contributions to International Organizations: $310 million (e.g., UN) and $490 million for peacekeeping, with vetting for human rights abuses.
Other: Funding for commissions (e.g., U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: $4.85 million) and related entities like the National Endowment for Democracy ($296 million).

Title II: Oversight

Offices of Inspectors General: $186 million for audits and oversight of State and foreign aid programs.

Title III: Bilateral Economic Assistance

Global Health Programs: $8.88 billion (including $5.53 billion for HIV/AIDS and $1.25 billion to the Global Fund).
International Humanitarian Assistance: $5 billion, prioritizing disaster relief.
National Security Investment Programs: $6.89 billion (15% for Africa).
Democracy Fund: $205 million.
Independent agencies like Peace Corps ($411 million) and Millennium Challenge Corporation ($830 million).

Title IV: International Security Assistance

International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement: $1.66 billion.
Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining: $870 million.
Foreign Military Financing Program: $6.75 billion (grants for weapons/training).

Title V: Multilateral Assistance

Contributions to institutions like the International Development Association ($504 million) and African Development Bank ($32 million).

Title VI: Export and Investment Assistance

Export-Import Bank and U.S. International Development Finance Corporation: Funding for loans/guarantees, with limits on nuclear exports.

Title VII: General Provisions

Transfer authorities (up to 5% within State accounts), prohibitions (e.g., no funds for abortions, coercive sterilization, or aid to Cuba/North Korea/Iran without waivers).
Notifications for reprogramming (> $1 million or 10%), country-specific restrictions (e.g., no aid post-coup without certification).
Rescissions: $1.84 billion from prior unobligated balances (e.g., $1 billion from disaster aid).

Title VIII: Spending Reduction

Establishes a $0 spending reduction account.

Notable Funding Floors: Minimums for democracy ($2.18 billion), internet freedom ($78 million), counter-fentanyl ($175 million), women/girls empowerment ($150 million economic), biodiversity ($274 million).

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Rescissions: Permanently cancels $1.84 billion in prior unobligated funds (e.g., Consular: $458 million; Disaster Aid: $1 billion).
New Funds: America First Opportunity Fund ($1.5 billion, available until 2029) for crises/partners; Countering PRC Influence Fund ($400 million); Economic Resilience Initiative.
Prohibitions/Extensions: Bans funding for DEI/gender ideology (citing executive orders); extends loan guarantees for Israel/Taiwan; rescinds UNRWA funding permanently.
Oversight Enhancements: Requires beneficiary feedback, third-party monitoring (e.g., Gaza aid), and audits; 15-day notifications for most changes.
Cuba/China Focus: Strengthens restrictions on Cuban military-linked entities; opposes PRC loans in intl. banks.

Potential Impacts

Government Agencies: Enables State Dept./USAID operations but increases administrative burden via certifications/notifications (e.g., 15-30 day delays); rescissions reduce carryover flexibility.
Citizens: Improves passport/visa processing; bolsters security at embassies; no direct taxes/fees but affects travel abroad.
International Relations: Conditions aid on human rights/democracy (e.g., no post-coup aid); prioritizes countering China/Russia (e.g., $300 million Countering Russian Fund); supports allies (Israel: $3.3 billion FMF disbursed in 30 days).

Main Stakeholders Affected

| Stakeholder Group | Examples | Impacts | |-------------------|----------|---------| | U.S. Agencies | State Dept., USAID, Peace Corps, Inspectors General | Operational funding with strict oversight; new funds for security/health. | | Foreign Governments | Israel ($3.3B FMF), Egypt ($1.3B FMF), Jordan ($1.65B), Taiwan ($500M FMF), Ukraine/Europe (via CRIF) | Aid tied to certifications (e.g., peace treaties, extraditions); restrictions for adversaries (Russia/China/Cuba). | | NGOs/Intl. Orgs | National Endowment for Democracy, UN agencies, World Bank | Conditional funding (e.g., no UNRWA; transparency requirements); vetting for terrorism/human rights. | | U.S. Businesses | Exporters (EXIM/DFC), defense firms | Loan guarantees; procurement preferences. | | Vulnerable Groups | Refugees, women/girls, trafficking victims | $5B humanitarian aid; $187M anti-violence programs. |

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: Numerous national interest waivers (e.g., coups, terrorism support) provide executive flexibility; aligns with existing laws (e.g., Foreign Assistance Act) but adds FY-specific conditions/rescissions.
Constitutional: Protects free speech/religious freedom (e.g., no censorship funding; no discrimination for traditional marriage views); emphasizes merit-based hiring (citing EOs).
Political: "America First" focus (e.g., counters PRC/Russia; prioritizes allies/migration control); partisan restrictions (e.g., no DEI/abortion funding) may spark debates; enhances congressional oversight via notifications.

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Sponsor

Rep. Diaz-Balart, Mario [R-FL-26]

Recent Actions

2026-06-30: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1398 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule, and H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884.
2026-06-23: 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 under a structured rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
2026-04-30: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 547.
2026-04-30: The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-631, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
2026-04-30: The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-631, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.
2026-04-30: The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-631, by Mr. Diaz-Balart.

Bill Versions

National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027 — issued 2026-04-30 — PDF (258 pages)