Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
Plain Language Summary
# Plain Language Summary: FY2026 Appropriations Bill for Commerce, Justice, and Science This bill would allocate federal funding for fiscal year 2026 to three major areas: the Department of Commerce, the Department of Justice (DOJ), and various science agencies. The Commerce Department funding covers agencies dealing with international trade, business development, patents, weather and ocean services (NOAA), and the Census Bureau. The DOJ funding supports courts, immigration proceedings, law enforcement (U.S. Marshals), and related oversight offices. The bill also funds science-focused agencies, though the full details weren't included in the summary provided. The bill affects a wide range of Americans and government operations—from businesses seeking patents or trade support, to federal employees, to people involved in immigration cases and the criminal justice system.
It also impacts state-level activities in areas like Alaska and California. The bill addresses various priorities including crime prevention, census operations, technology and cybersecurity, and compliance with "Buy American" requirements for federal purchases. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S 2354), meaning it's still in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kansas). The actual dollar amounts for each agency were not included in the summary provided.
CRS Official Summary
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026This bill provides FY2026 appropriations to the Department of Commerce, the Department of Justice (DOJ), the science agencies, and several related agencies.The bill provides appropriations to the Department of Commerce forthe International Trade Administration,the Bureau of Industry and Security,the Economic Development Administration,the Minority Business Development Agency,Economic and Statistical Analysis,the Bureau of the Census,the National Telecommunications and Information Administration,the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office,the National Institute of Standards and Technology,the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, andDepartmental Management.The bill provides appropriations to DOJ forJustice Operations, Management, and Accountability;the Executive Office for Immigration Review;the Office of Inspector General;the U.S. Parole Commission;Legal Activities;the U.S. Marshals Service;the National Security Division;Interagency Law Enforcement;the Federal Bureau of Investigation;the Drug Enforcement Administration;the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives; andthe Federal Prison System.The bill also provides appropriations to DOJ for state and local law enforcement activities, includingthe Office on Violence Against Women,the Office of Justice Programs, andCommunity Oriented Policing Services (COPS).The bill provides appropriations for science agencies, includingthe Office of Science and Technology Policy,the National Space Council,National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), andthe National Science Foundation.The bill provides appropriations to related agencies, includingthe Commission on Civil Rights,the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission,the U.S. International Trade Commission,the Legal Services Corporation,the Marine Mammal Commission,the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, andthe State Justice Institute.The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.
Latest Action
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 122.