The bill funds the government at current levels through September 2025, increases defense spending by about $6 billion, cuts non-defense spending by about $13 billion, and includes additional funding for veterans' healthcare and ICE deportation operations.

President Trump has actively supported the bill, urging Republicans to vote for it and even making phone calls to lawmakers who are undecided. He also threatened to lead a primary challenge against Rep. Thomas Massie for opposing the bill.

In the House, the bill requires near-unanimous GOP support due to Democratic opposition. In the Senate, it needs bipartisan support, which is uncertain. The bill's passage is complicated by internal GOP dissent and strong Democratic opposition.

Democrats strongly oppose the bill, viewing it as harmful to the American people. They argue it prioritizes defense over non-defense spending and includes provisions they disagree with, such as cuts to IRS enforcement and increased funding for ICE deportation operations.