Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018

Bill 115 s 1662, also known as the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018, is a piece of legislation that focuses on funding for various government agencies and programs related to commerce, justice, and science. The bill was introduced in the Senate on July 27, 2017, and was later passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives before being signed into law by the President.

The main purpose of this bill is to allocate funding for the Department of Commerce, the Department of Justice, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Science Foundation (NSF), and other related agencies for the fiscal year 2018. The total amount of funding provided in the bill is $54 billion, which is intended to support a wide range of programs and initiatives within these agencies.

Some key provisions of the bill include funding for law enforcement agencies, such as the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), to combat crime and terrorism. The bill also provides funding for scientific research and development, including space exploration and climate change research. Additionally, the bill includes funding for economic development programs, such as the Economic Development Administration and the Minority Business Development Agency. Overall, the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2018 is an important piece of legislation that provides funding for critical government agencies and programs. It aims to support law enforcement, scientific research, and economic development efforts in order to promote the well-being and prosperity of the United States.