Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

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Summary of Bill S 2321

Bill 118 s 2321, also known as the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill focuses on allocating funding for various government agencies and programs related to commerce, justice, science, and other related areas for the fiscal year 2024.

The bill includes provisions for funding the Department of Commerce, the Department of Justice, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Science Foundation (NSF), and other agencies and programs within the jurisdiction of the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee.

Specifically, the bill outlines funding levels for various programs and initiatives within these agencies, including funding for law enforcement activities, scientific research, space exploration, and economic development efforts. The bill also includes provisions for oversight and accountability measures to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently. Overall, the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024 aims to provide the necessary funding and resources for these important government agencies and programs to carry out their missions and serve the American people. It is currently being debated and considered by Congress, with the goal of passing a final version that will be signed into law by the President.

Congressional Summary of S 2321

Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

This bill provides FY2024 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 for

  • the 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, and
  • Departmental Management.

The bill provides appropriations to DOJ for

  • Justice 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; and
  • the Federal Prison System.

The bill also provides appropriations to DOJ for state and local law enforcement activities, including

  • the Office on Violence Against Women,
  • the Office of Justice Programs, and
  • Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).

The bill provides appropriations for science agencies, including

  • the Office of Science and Technology Policy,
  • the National Space Council,
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and
  • the National Science Foundation.

The bill provides appropriations to related agencies, including

  • the 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, and
  • the State Justice Institute.

The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.

Current Status of Bill S 2321

Bill S 2321 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 13, 2023. Bill S 2321 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 13, 2023.  Bill S 2321's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 132. as of July 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2321

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2321

Primary Policy Focus

Economics and Public Finance

Potential Impact Areas

AbortionAlaskaAlternative treatmentsAppropriationsArms control and nonproliferationAsiaAssault and harassment offensesAtmospheric science and weatherAviation and airportsBroadcasting, cable, digital technologiesBuilding constructionBusiness investment and capitalBuy American requirementsCaliforniaCanadaCaribbean areaCensus and government statisticsChinaCommission on Civil RightsCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsComputer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentCrime preventionCrimes against childrenCrimes against womenCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationCriminal justice information and recordsCriminal procedure and sentencingCubaDepartment of CommerceDepartment of JusticeDetention of personsDigital mediaDisability and paralysisDisaster relief and insuranceDomestic violence and child abuseDrug Enforcement Administration (DEA)Drug trafficking and controlled substancesEconomic developmentEducation programs fundingEmployee hiringEmployment discrimination and employee rightsEndangered and threatened speciesEqual Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)EuropeEvidence and witnessesExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Firearms and explosivesFishesFraud offenses and financial crimesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment trust fundsHate crimesHealth care coverage and accessHigher educationHomelessness and emergency shelterHuman traffickingIdahoIndian lands and resources rightsIndian social and development programsIntellectual propertyInternational exchange and broadcastingInternational law and treatiesIranJuvenile crime and gang violenceLatin AmericaLaw enforcement administration and fundingLaw enforcement officersLegal Services CorporationLegal fees and court costsLicensing and registrationsMarine Mammal CommissionMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMental healthMiddle EastMilitary personnel and dependentsMinority and disadvantaged businessesMinority educationMinority employmentMissing personsMotor vehiclesNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationNational Science FoundationNevadaNorth AmericaNorth KoreaOffice of Science and Technology PolicyOffice of the U.S. Trade RepresentativeOregonOrganized crimePacific OceanPublic contracts and procurementRadio spectrum allocationReligionResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentRussiaScience and engineering educationSex offensesSmuggling and traffickingSpace flight and explorationSpacecraft and satellitesSpecialized courtsState and local courtsStudent aid and college costsTrade agreements and negotiationsTransportation costsTravel and tourismU.S. International Trade CommissionU.S. and foreign investmentsViolent crimeWashington State

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2321

Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024An original bill making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
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