Contact Congress about H.Res. 1128: Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security.

The House would go on record saying Homeland Security should be fully funded. The resolution thanks DHS workers and says funding gaps can hurt public safety. It does not provide money or change any law.

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Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security. is a House bill passed by the House. The latest recorded action: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Latest action on H.Res. 1128: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects DHS workers and the people who rely on DHS services. That includes travelers at airports, people in disaster areas, border and maritime communities, and organizations that depend on federal cyber defense work. The practical effect is mostly political and symbolic, because the resolution does not change funding by itself.

Why this matters: Funding fights can affect how well Homeland Security services run, and this resolution says those services should not be disrupted. It frames DHS work as part of daily public safety, from airport lines and disaster response to cyber defenses and border work. Still, the resolution only states the House’s view. Any real change would have to come through later funding bills or laws.

Key provisions in H.Res. 1128

• Most DHS workers have often been treated as essential during funding gaps. That means they keep working even when Congress has not approved new funding.
• The resolution names major DHS parts and describes their jobs. These include the Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, cyber defense staff, FEMA, ICE, the Secret Service, TSA, and DHS intelligence staff.
• The resolution points to recent attacks, attempted attacks, and cyber incidents. It says these events show a higher threat level inside the United States.
• DHS needs steady funding to stay ready for its work. The resolution gives examples such as Coast Guard missions and TSA airport screening.
• Holding back money from only some DHS offices would hurt teamwork. The resolution says different DHS parts need to work together.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.Res. 1128

You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.

Questions people ask about H.Res. 1128

What is H.Res. 1128?

The House would go on record saying Homeland Security should be fully funded. The resolution thanks DHS workers and says funding gaps can hurt public safety. It does not provide money or change any law.

How do I support or oppose H.Res. 1128?

Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.

Who should I contact about H.Res. 1128?

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Can Modern Action explain H.Res. 1128 before I act?

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