Contact Congress about H.R. 4779: National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026

The bill would set 2026 funding for U.S. embassies, foreign aid, global health, refugee help, and military aid to allies. It also blocks or limits money for several United Nations bodies, climate efforts, abortion-related services, and some countries or programs.

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National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026 is a House bill waiting for floor action. The latest recorded action: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 177.

Latest action on H.R. 4779: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 177.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the State Department, U.S. foreign aid agencies, partner countries, aid groups, and people who depend on U.S.-funded programs overseas. It also affects U.S. citizens who need passports, visas, or help from embassies abroad. Countries and organizations that receive U.S. aid would face more conditions before money flows.

Why this matters: This bill matters because it decides how the United States uses money overseas to protect its interests and respond to crises. It affects embassies, aid programs, military partnerships, disease response, refugee support, and U.S. influence abroad. It also sends clear signals about what Congress wants to support or block, including on China, Russia, Iran, climate policy, abortion, United Nations bodies, and human rights. The real impact would depend on how agencies apply the rules and how other countries respond.

Key provisions in H.R. 4779

• Provides about $8.97 billion for State Department diplomatic work and consular services. It also includes dedicated funding for Worldwide Security Protection, which protects U.S. people and facilities overseas.
• Sets aside $517 million from consular and border security fees. The money is meant to reduce passport backlogs and visa wait times.
• Funds major embassy security, construction, and maintenance. More than $2 billion combined would support facilities and worldwide security upgrades over several years.
• Provides $3.62 billion for global health programs other than HIV/AIDS. It also provides $5.895 billion through 2030 for HIV/AIDS, including $1.5 billion for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.
• Provides $5 billion for International Humanitarian Assistance. It also provides $500 million for the U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 4779

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Questions people ask about H.R. 4779

What is H.R. 4779?

The bill would set 2026 funding for U.S. embassies, foreign aid, global health, refugee help, and military aid to allies. It also blocks or limits money for several United Nations bodies, climate efforts, abortion-related services, and some countries or programs.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 4779?

Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.

Who should I contact about H.R. 4779?

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Can Modern Action explain H.R. 4779 before I act?

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