Overview

• The U.S. House passed a spending bill allocating $12 billion to reimburse states for border security expenditures during President Biden's administration.
• Texas, which spent $11.1 billion on Operation Lone Star, stands to receive the largest share of the reimbursement funds.
• Rep. Chip Roy reintroduced the border reimbursement provision after it was previously removed during negotiations.
• If the Senate approves the bill, the Department of Homeland Security will establish a grant process for states to claim reimbursement.
• Any funds received by Texas will be held in reserves until the state legislature's next session in 2027.