Bills · S 4074
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 4074Government Operations and Politics
Fund CISA Personnel Act of 2026
INTRO MAR 12· LAST ACTION MAR 12
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because government shutdowns can significantly disrupt federal operations and cause financial stress for employees, potentially impacting national security. CISA plays a crucial role in defending the U.S. against cyberattacks, which are a constant and evolving threat. If this bill becomes law, CISA personnel can remain on the job, safeguarding critical infrastructure and responding to cyber incidents without interruption, even if Congress fails to pass regular spending bills.
Without this bill, a government shutdown could lead to CISA employees being furloughed or working without pay, potentially weakening the nation's cybersecurity defenses during a critical period. Voters should care because ensuring the continuous operation of an agency like CISA directly contributes to the security and stability of essential services that Americans rely on daily, from electricity and internet to healthcare and emergency services.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Provides 'such sums as may be necessary' for CISA employee pay, allowances, and benefits, as well as essential operations, during a federal government shutdown in fiscal year 2026.
Ensures CISA personnel are compensated and the agency can continue its critical cybersecurity work without interruption during a budget impasse.
PROVISION 02
Specifies that the funding period begins on February 14, 2026, and is only for times when regular or interim appropriations for fiscal year 2026 are not in effect.
Clearly defines the scope and timing of when this emergency funding would be applicable, targeting specific periods of government shutdown.
PROVISION 03
Limits the use of funds to prevent double payments, ensuring that money is only provided to employees who would otherwise not be paid due to a lapse in appropriations.
Prevents misuse of funds and ensures fiscal responsibility by only covering those directly impacted by a shutdown.
PROVISION 04
Establishes a termination clause, stating that the authority to use these funds ends once a regular appropriation for CISA is enacted, or by September 30, 2026, whichever comes first.
Prevents this temporary funding mechanism from becoming a permanent solution and aligns it with the normal congressional budget process.
PROVISION 05
Declares that the Act shall take effect retroactively as if enacted on February 13, 2026.
Allows for the coverage of CISA pay and operations from an earlier date in fiscal year 2026 if a shutdown had already occurred.
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2 EVENTSMAR 12
Introduced in Senate
MAR 12
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 4074
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 12, 2026
Last actionMar 12, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026
Senate BillS 4074Government Operations and Politics
Fund CISA Personnel Act of 2026
INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 12, 2026
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