This bill allocates \$19,240,928 from the House of Representatives' funds for the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence's expenses during the 119th Congress, subject to session limitations and voucher requirements. Funds must be spent in accordance with the regulations set by the House Administration Committee.
Eric "Rick" Crawford
Representative
AR-1
This bill allocates \$19,240,928 from the House of Representatives' funds to cover the expenses of the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence during the 119th Congress, including staff salaries. It sets spending limits for the first and second sessions of the Congress and mandates that all payments be made through vouchers approved by the House Administration Committee. Funds provided must be spent in accordance with the regulations set by the House Administration Committee.
Intelligence Committee Funding for 119th Congress Locked In: Nearly $20 Million Allocated with Strict Spending Controls
This bill greenlights the budget for the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) for the 119th Congress, totaling $19,240,928. This isn't a blank check; it's specifically for the committee's expenses, including the salaries of the folks working behind the scenes.
Cash Flow and Caps
The money is split into two chunks for the two yearly sessions:
- January 3, 2025 - January 3, 2026: $9,538,983
- January 3, 2026 - January 3, 2027: $9,701,945
This breakdown ensures the committee has a set budget for each session, preventing overspending in the first half and running dry later.
Show Me the Receipts: Spending Rules
Every dollar spent by the HPSCI needs a voucher—basically, a detailed receipt. The Committee Chair signs off, but the House Administration Committee has the final say (SEC. 3). Think of it as a two-step verification process to keep things above board. It is similar to how many businesses require two signatures on larger checks or spending authorizations.
And it's not just about vouchers. The House Administration Committee's regulations are the rulebook for how this money can be spent (SEC. 4). This keeps spending aligned with established procedures, reducing the chance of funds going astray.
The Bottom Line
This bill makes sure the Intelligence Committee has the resources to do its job – overseeing the intelligence community. It also builds in safeguards to track spending and keep it within the rules. While oversight might sound bureaucratic, it's a core function in a system of checks and balances, and this funding makes that possible.