Science Appropriations Act, 2026
Rep. Rogers Advances 2026 Funding for FBI and NASA While Blocking New Gun and Climate Regulations
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
This bill has been reported by the House Committee on Appropriations and is now waiting on the Union Calendar for further action. It is currently moving through the legislative process in the House of Representatives. There are no upcoming scheduled votes at this time.
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While the House may pass this version, the Senate often rejects the controversial policy rules included in the bill. Both sides will eventually have to compromise to keep the government running.
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Undocumented immigrants face multiple restrictions under this bill. It bars any federal funds for legal representation in removal proceedings, blocks settlement payments for people who entered unlawfully, prohibits counting undocumented individuals for congressional apportionment, and prevents immigration judges from closing cases without adjudicating them on the merits. These provisions remove key procedural protections and legal support.
“None of the funds made available by this Act may be used to provide legal representation to any alien in a removal proceeding.”
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Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 228.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-272, by Mr. Rogers (KY).
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No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
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