Bills · S 2354
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2354Fraud offenses and financial crimesLegal Services Corporation
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
INTRO JUL 17· LAST ACTION JUL 17
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it ensures that critical government functions related to the U.S. economy, trade, and national security can continue to operate. If this bill becomes law, it will provide the necessary funding for agencies like the International Trade Administration to help American businesses compete globally, potentially leading to more jobs and economic growth at home. It also supports efforts to protect sensitive technologies and maintain national security through export controls handled by the Bureau of Industry and Security.
Without this bill, or if it doesn't pass, these agencies would face severe funding cuts or closure, which would halt their ability to promote U.S. exports, attract investment, provide economic development aid to communities, or support minority businesses. This would have significant negative impacts on the American economy, global competitiveness, and national security, as well as on specific communities and businesses that rely on these programs.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allocates $605,000,000 for the International Trade Administration to promote U.S. exports, attract investment, and enforce trade laws, with $16,400,000 specifically for China antidumping and countervailing duty enforcement.
This ensures the government can actively support American businesses in global markets and protect them from unfair foreign trade practices.
PROVISION 02
Provides $211,000,000 for the Bureau of Industry and Security to conduct export administration and national security activities.
This funding is crucial for controlling the export of sensitive goods and technologies, safeguarding U.S. national security interests.
PROVISION 03
Designates $360,000,000 for the Economic Development Administration's economic development assistance programs, and $66,000,000 for its salaries and expenses.
These funds support local and regional economic growth initiatives, helping communities create jobs and improve infrastructure.
PROVISION 04
Appropriates $55,000,000 for the Minority Business Development Agency to foster and promote minority business enterprises.
This provision directly supports economic opportunities and growth within minority communities.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $122,000,000 for the Department of Commerce's Economic and Statistical Analysis programs.
This ensures the government can collect, analyze, and publish vital economic and statistical data, which informs policy decisions and business strategies.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSJUL 17
Introduced in Senate
JUL 17
Committee on Appropriations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Moran. With written report No. 119-44.
JUL 17
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 122.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2354
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedJul 17, 2025
Last actionJul 17, 2025
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 17, 2025
Senate BillS 2354Fraud offenses and financial crimesLegal Services Corporation
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026
INTRODUCED JUL 17, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 17, 2025
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