Congressman Pat Harrigan, representing North Carolina’s 10th District, voted in favor of H.R. 7147, the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026. The legislation provides funding for homeland security operations and includes measures to ensure oversight and fiscal responsibility.
“When it comes to homeland security, doing nothing isn’t an option,” said Congressman Harrigan. “I’ve spent my life in environments where security failures have real consequences, and the same is true here at home. This bill makes sure the men and women securing our borders, ports, and skies have the resources they need to do their jobs, while also being honest with taxpayers about how their money is used. You can believe in strong security and still insist on discipline, accountability, and common sense, and that’s exactly what this legislation does.”
The bill allocates funds for U.S. Customs and Border Protection to support border security efforts and frontline enforcement. It also provides resources for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to conduct enforcement and removal activities. Support for the U.S. Coast Guard is included to maintain readiness and protect maritime interests. The Transportation Security Administration will receive funding aimed at protecting aviation systems and critical infrastructure.
Additionally, the act requires oversight through reporting requirements and spend-plan provisions to ensure that the Department of Homeland Security remains accountable both to Congress and taxpayers.
This appropriations measure is part of a larger package intended to keep government agencies funded ahead of a January 30 deadline.
With approval from the House of Representatives, H.R. 7147 now moves to the Senate for consideration. Congressman Harrigan called on his Senate colleagues to move quickly in order to avoid disruptions in homeland security operations.
In related background, Pat Harrigan won his seat by defeating Ralph R. Scott, Jr., receiving 57.5% of votes in the 2024 general election.
