Congress passes major federal spending packages

The United States Congress passed two major federal spending bills in early November 2026. The legislation funds government operations through the end of fiscal year 2027. House members voted to approve both measures on November 3.

The first bill addresses funding for the Department of Defense. It also covers the State Department, Treasury, and other executive departments. The House approved this package by a vote of 269 to 153. The second bill funds the Commerce, Justice, and Science departments. It also includes appropriations for the Labor-Human Resources and Education committees. The House voted 242 to 176 in favor of this second measure.

North Carolina representatives voted in favor of both bills. Rep. Davis from the 2nd District cast a yes vote on both pieces of legislation. Rep. Price from the 4th District also supported both measures. Rep. Womack from the 1st District voted yes on both bills. Rep. McElroy from the 3rd District supported both packages. Rep. Young from the 6th District voted for both. Rep. McInnis from the 7th District approved both bills. Rep. Foxx from the 5th District voted yes on both. Rep. Schmitt from the 10th District supported both measures. Rep. Murphy from the 8th District voted for both. Rep. Price from the 9th District also cast affirmative votes on both bills.

The Senate passed similar legislation during the same session. Senators approved the defense and foreign operations bill by a wide margin. They also passed the domestic spending bill with broad support. The bills now move to the White House for the president's signature.

Local officials in Greensboro noted the passage of the bills. The funds will support federal employees and programs across North Carolina. The appropriations ensure continuous government operations for the remainder of the fiscal year.