House passes agriculture and FDA appropriations bill

The House on Thursday passed its second fiscal 2027 appropriations bill, marking a key milestone for GOP leaders as they navigate the annual government funding process while juggling a crowded legislative agenda.

The lower chamber voted 213-210 to pass the agriculture, rural development, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and related agencies appropriations bill. Five Republicans voted against the bill, while four Democrats voted in favor.

House Appropriations Committee Chair Tom Cole (R-Okla.) said in April that the legislation “delivers targeted investments to support farmers and ranchers, prioritize food and drug safety, and reinforces important research and innovation.”

The legislation would provide $7.1 billion to the FDA to “keep foods, drugs and devices safe,” according to a press release from the Appropriations Committee. It would also deliver $1.16........

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