Rep. Tom Cole on the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill

FY2026 Financial Services and General Government Bill

• 🎯 The bill provides crucial resources for agencies and offices impacting every American, the economy, and the branches of the U.S. government.
• ✂️ This legislation cuts $410 million from the FY2025 House reported bill, demonstrating a commitment to reducing federal spending without budget gimmicks.

Fiscal Responsibility and Priorities

• 💡 The bill is built on hard choices and clear priorities, ensuring fiscal responsibility while supporting essential services and future investments.
• 🇺🇸 It aligns with President Trump's America First goals by strengthening national security and leveraging technology for a smarter, faster federal government.

National Security and Economic Measures

• 🇨🇳 Resources are allocated to scrutinize foreign investment in the U.S., particularly from countries like China.
• 🚫 The legislation continues support for programs preventing terrorists and criminals from exploiting the American financial system.
• 💊 Vital funding is maintained for programs to interdict fentanyl and other narcotics from crossing the border.

Technology and Security Investments

• 💻 The bill supports cybersecurity and IT modernization efforts across the federal government to protect information from cyber criminals and foreign actors.
• 💰 These technology investments are expected to generate long-term cost savings for taxpayers.

Protecting Taxpayers and Businesses

• 🛡️ The measure codifies executive orders to protect taxpayers from waste, fraud, and abuse, and prevent improper payments.
• 📈 It supports hardworking Americans and small businesses by protecting consumer freedom, upholding financial and judicial systems, and driving economic growth.