This bill, titled the "Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026," provides funding for the operations of several key federal departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It outlines specific allocations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, as well as for scientific research and development agencies like the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), along with various related independent agencies. For the Department of Commerce, significant funding is directed to the International Trade Administration for export promotion and anti-dumping enforcement, the Bureau of Industry and Security for export control, and the Economic Development Administration for grants supporting economic growth. The bill also allocates substantial amounts to the Bureau of the Census for current surveys and periodic censuses, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its operations, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for scientific research and industrial technology services, including the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) receives funding for operations, research, facilities, and procurement, acquisition, and construction, with specific allocations for Pacific coastal salmon recovery and fisheries disaster assistance. General provisions for Commerce include transfer authorities, reporting on satellite programs, and the ability to furnish services for building operations. Within the Department of Justice, appropriations cover Justice Operations, Management, and Accountability , the Executive Office for Immigration Review , and various Legal Activities , including the Antitrust Division and United States Attorneys. The bill funds the United States Marshals Service for salaries, construction, and federal prisoner detention, and supports the National Security Division and Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces . Major law enforcement agencies like the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) , Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) , and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) receive substantial operational funding. The bill also allocates funds for the Federal Prison System , including specific amounts for programs authorized by the First Step Act of 2018. The Office on Violence Against Women receives significant grants for prevention and prosecution programs, while the Office of Justice Programs funds research, state and local law enforcement assistance (including the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program, DNA programs, and comprehensive opioid use reduction activities), and juvenile justice programs. For Science, the bill funds the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the National Space Council . NASA receives extensive appropriations across its mission directorates, including science, aeronautics, space technology, exploration (with a focus on the Space Launch System and Orion), and space operations, along with construction and environmental compliance. The National Science Foundation (NSF) is funded for research and related activities, major research equipment, and agency operations, with specific provisions for polar research. Related Agencies receiving appropriations include the Commission on Civil Rights , the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) , the International Trade Commission , the Legal Services Corporation , the Marine Mammal Commission , the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) , and the State Justice Institute . General provisions apply across all funded agencies, establishing rules for fund transfers, reprogramming procedures, and reporting requirements for spending plans and financial balances. The bill includes numerous restrictions, such as prohibitions on funding for certain abortion services, specific IT programs exceeding $100 million without certification, and collaboration with China without explicit authorization. It also rescinds unobligated balances from prior year appropriations across several accounts in Commerce and Justice. Further general provisions prohibit funds from being used for certain gun control measures, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, critical race theory, ESG investments, specific immigration policies, and certain NOAA regulations related to marine mammals and fisheries. The bill also addresses CHIPS Act funding allocations and reporting, and imposes restrictions on federal employee unions and specific actions by the Department of Justice and ATF.