hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Establishes fund for Secret Service during shutdowns.
Mr. Mills introduced this bill.
Introduced in the House, referred to a committee.
This bill aims to create a dedicated financial reserve for the Secret Service. This fund would allow the agency to continue its protective duties, including paying salaries for protection details, during federal government funding lapses. The bill was introduced by Mr. Mills in the House of Representatives and sent to the Judiciary Committee for review.
Introduced Mar 24, 2026
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Mills on March 24, 2026. It has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for consideration. For it to move forward, the committee must review and approve it, after which it could be brought to a vote in the full House. If it passes the House, it would then go to the Senate for their review and vote before potentially becoming law.
If this bill becomes law, the Secret Service would have a financial safety net to ensure its critical protective operations, like safeguarding the President and other key individuals, do not stop if Congress fails to pass funding bills. An initial $106 million would be deposited into this reserve. However, this fund is strictly for use during a maximum 30-day funding lapse, and any money not spent by the end of 2026 will be rescinded and returned to the Treasury, preventing long-term accumulation of unused funds.
Supporters Say
Supporters would argue this bill ensures national security and the continuity of essential government functions by preventing disruptions to Secret Service protection during funding gaps.
Critics Say
Critics might express concerns about creating special funds outside the regular appropriations process or the precedent it sets for other agencies.
While not explicitly stated in the bill text, a likely argument in favor would emphasize the importance of maintaining protection for key officials without interruption, especially during periods of political disagreement over budgets. Potential concerns could arise regarding bypassing standard budgetary procedures or whether such a fund truly addresses the root causes of government shutdowns.