Full Committee Markup of FY27 THUD Bill (Part 2)

The House Appropriations Committee convened on June 4, 2026, for a full committee markup of the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. Key procurement-related discussions included an amendment proposing additional funding for modernization of the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, which was ultimately withdrawn due to lack of an offset. Another significant amendment sought $113 million for HUD's disaster recovery and Department of Transportation emergency relief programs to assist states affected by recent disasters, including California's wildfires; this amendment was debated extensively but not adopted after a roll call vote. The committee also considered an amendment to prevent the redirection of international flights from domestic airports due to local policy decisions, which was rejected. Additionally, an amendment was adopted to ensure that HUD-assisted housing does not evict American citizens or lawful residents due to mixed immigration status within families. The committee voted to favorably report the FY 2027 THUD appropriations bill to the House, with a recorded vote reflecting partisan divisions. The meeting featured multiple votes on amendments impacting budget allocations and policy language relevant to housing, disaster relief, and transportation infrastructure.