Texas could soon receive billions in federal reimbursements for border security expenses under a Republican-led bill that passed the U.S. House. The legislation, known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," includes a $12 billion allocation to repay states for costs incurred since the start of the Biden administration.
Texas, having spent more than $11 billion on its Operation Lone Star initiative, would be the primary beneficiary if the measure is enacted. The bill passed narrowly, 215-214 after last-minute amendments aimed at securing votes from both conservative and moderate Republicans. The measure now moves to the Senate, where further changes are anticipated.
