Rules Committee Hearing H.R 7567, H.R. 2616, S.Con. Res. 33, S. 1318

The House Rules Committee convened on April 28, 2026, to consider four key legislative measures, including the five-year Farm Bill (H.R. 7567), the Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act (S. 1318), a budget resolution (S.Con. Res. 33), and the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act (H.R. 2616). The Farm Bill was a major focus, with extensive debate on its provisions affecting agricultural policy, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, pesticide regulations, and rural economic support. Several members expressed concern over significant SNAP cuts totaling nearly $187 billion, which have already resulted in millions losing food assistance, and criticized the bill for favoring large agribusiness and pesticide companies. Amendments were proposed to address issues such as SNAP eligibility, food assistance, agricultural labor reform, forest management, and animal welfare. The budget resolution discussion centered on funding for the Department of Homeland Security, particularly ICE and CBP, with disagreements over the appropriateness of increased funding amid concerns about agency accountability and national security. The Foreign Intelligence Accountability Act was debated with emphasis on balancing national security needs and civil liberties, including calls for judicial oversight of surveillance activities. The Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act sparked debate over parental rights and federal involvement in school policies related to gender identity. Numerous amendments related to the Farm Bill were presented, covering topics from SNAP eligibility and nutrition to agricultural workforce modernization and wildfire management. The meeting included multiple votes and motions related to these amendments and legislative priorities, highlighting ongoing partisan divisions on budget allocations, social programs, and regulatory policies affecting procurement and funding in agriculture, homeland security, and education sectors.