Rogers, Harold [R-KY-5]

Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026

# HR 5342: Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill Summary **What It Does:** This bill would allocate federal funding for fiscal year 2026 to several major government departments and agencies, including the Department of Commerce, Department of Justice, and various science agencies. It's essentially a spending bill that sets budgets for these agencies to operate and carry out their missions. **Who It Affects:** This bill impacts millions of Americans indirectly. It funds agencies that handle patent processing, weather forecasting (NOAA), census operations, immigration court proceedings, federal law enforcement (U.S. Marshals Service), and scientific research. Businesses dealing with patents, trade, and commerce are directly affected, as are people involved in immigration cases and those relying on federal law enforcement. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Harold Rogers (R-KY) and is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The specific funding amounts for each agency aren't detailed in the available summary provided.