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Lapse in Funding for DHS

During a lapse in funding, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may only continue “exempt” activities such as law enforcement and maritime protection.  The Department’s contingency plan outlines procedures for an orderly shutdown of non-exempt functions during a lapse in funding or appropriations.

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Procedures Relating to a Lapse in Appropriations (September 2023) PDF 1.10 MB 09/26/2023
Last Updated: 09/26/2023
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