Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
May 15, 2026
Introduced: May 15, 2026
May 15, 2026
Introduced: May 15, 2026
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Summary
Provides the annual funding for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, science agencies like NASA, and other related government groups for fiscal year 2027.
What problem does this solve?
Federal departments and science agencies require annual funding from Congress to continue their work for the American people. This act provides the necessary money for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, NASA, and other related agencies to operate for the 2027 fiscal year.
What does this bill do?
Prohibits funds for certain gun regulations
Blocks money from being used to implement or enforce rules related to firearm frames or receivers, stabilizing braces, and the definition of being 'engaged in the business' of selling firearms.
Blocks diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
Forbids using any funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, training, programs, or offices within the funded agencies.
Restricts funds related to abortion
Prohibits using federal funds to pay for abortions, except in cases of rape, incest, or to save the life of the mother. Also blocks funding for the DOJ's Reproductive Rights Task Force.
Funds the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Provides $11.35 billion for the FBI to investigate and prosecute crimes against the United States.
Funds NASA exploration programs
Allocates $8.92 billion for NASA's exploration activities, including the Space Launch System, Orion crew vehicle, and Human Landing System.
Funds state and local law enforcement
Provides over $2.1 billion for various state and local law enforcement assistance programs, including the Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program.
Prohibits collaboration with China by science agencies
Forbids NASA and the Office of Science and Technology Policy from using funds to cooperate or coordinate with China or any Chinese-owned company unless specifically authorized by a future law.
Funds programs to combat violence against women
Allocates $725 million for grants and programs aimed at preventing and prosecuting violence against women.
Funds the Federal Prison System
Provides $8.22 billion for the operation of federal prisons, including $409 million for programs authorized by the First Step Act.
Prohibits funds to reschedule marijuana
Prevents any funds from being used to reschedule marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act or to remove it from the list of controlled substances.
Restricts housing for transgender inmates
Prohibits the Bureau of Prisons from using funds to assign an inmate to a facility that does not match their biological sex.
Protects medical marijuana laws in states
Prevents the Department of Justice from using funds to stop states from implementing their own laws that authorize the use, distribution, or cultivation of medical marijuana.
Rescinds prior year funding
Permanently cancels a total of $461 million in previously approved but unspent funds from various accounts within the Departments of Commerce and Justice.
Who does this affect?
- Federal government employees
- State and local law enforcement agencies
- Scientific researchers and institutions
What is the real world impact?
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Funds essential government functions
Provides the necessary budget for key federal departments responsible for law enforcement, economic growth, and scientific research, ensuring they can operate for the fiscal year.
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Restricts federal agency actions through funding
Includes numerous rules that limit how money can be spent, such as blocking funds for certain gun control rules, diversity initiatives, and abortion-related services, effectively setting policy through the budget process.
When does this start?
The funding in this bill is for the fiscal year from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027, and contains several deadlines for reports and actions.
Spending plans submission
All funded departments and agencies must submit their spending plans to Congress no later than 45 days after the bill is enacted.
Return of material from Members of Congress
The Attorney General must return or destroy any seized digital material related to the official business of a Member of Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment.
Report on rescinded funds
The Departments of Commerce and Justice must report to Congress on the specific funds being rescinded by September 1, 2027.
Deadline for rescinding funds
All specified unobligated funds from previous years must be permanently rescinded by September 30, 2027.