Michael Simpson (R-ID)
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 599.
Cleared committee, waiting for its first floor vote
A committee approved it and it is on the calendar of the chamber it started in.
This is further than most bills get, and still no promise of a vote: the calendar is a queue, and the majority leadership decides what is called. A bill can sit here until the Congress ends.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- On Calendar
What this bill would do
This bill makes annual appropriations for the Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. It outlines funding for land management, conservation, tribal programs, and environmental protection. Additionally, the legislation enacts several specific provisions regarding public lands, wildlife management, and the use of federal funds. Several bills from the 119th Congress are also incorporated by reference into the legislation.
Yes· 3 of 30
- Scored +6
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
Extensive funding for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Indian Health Service, and tribal land settlements strongly benefits Native Americans.
- Scored +5
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The bill provides substantial funding for the Indian Health Service, improving healthcare infrastructure and services for Native Americans.
- Scored +4
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
Substantial rural infrastructure, forestry, and water grants provide direct benefits to rural communities.
The opposite
- Scored -5
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
Numerous riders limit the implementation of wildlife protections, Endangered Species Act listings, and pollution controls.
- Scored -4
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The bill prohibits consideration of the social cost of carbon and restricts certain environmental rules and carbon reporting.
- Scored -3
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
Provisions block specific renewable energy projects like Lava Ridge and limit certain environmental oversight.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Tribal Programs and Infrastructure: Title I provides extensive funding for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Indian Education, and the Indian Health Service, which directly supports the operation of tribal programs, education, contract support costs, and healthcare infrastructure for Native Americans.
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Water and Wastewater Grants: Title II provides billions of dollars through the State and Tribal Assistance Grants program, including capitalization grants for Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds, to help fund community water infrastructure projects across the United States.
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Historic Preservation: Title I allocates funding under the Historic Preservation Fund for Save America's Treasures grants, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and projects commemorating the semiquincentennial anniversary of the United States.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Environmental and Wildlife Rules: The bill contains numerous provisions that prohibit the use of funds to implement, administer, or enforce specific wildlife and environmental protections, such as certain Endangered Species Act listings and land management rules, which critics argue could weaken environmental oversight.
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Limitations on Social Cost of Carbon: Section 442 explicitly prohibits the use of any funds made available by the Act to consider or incorporate the social cost of carbon in cost-benefit analyses, rulemakings, guidance, or agency actions.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Extensive funding for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Indian Health Service, and tribal land settlements strongly benefits Native Americans. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Substantial rural infrastructure, forestry, and water grants provide direct benefits to rural communities. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Specific funding allocations for Historically Black Colleges and Universities support African American educational institutions. Would gun owners be better off under this? — Provisions protecting the use of traditional lead ammunition and tackle favor recreational gun owners and hunters. Would business owners be better off under this? — Streamlined permit processing and mining provisions support business operations on public lands. Would children be better off under this? — School operations and educational funding benefit children in tribal and rural areas. Would farmers be better off under this? — Provisions addressing grazing permits and agricultural infrastructure benefit farmers and ranchers. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Targeted community grants and welfare assistance help support low-income and persistent poverty communities. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Programs supporting older Americans through experienced services and healthcare access benefit seniors. Would students be better off under this? — Education appropriations support students attending Bureau-funded and tribal schools. Would women be better off under this? — Funding for the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum supports women's cultural programs.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion? — Provisions protect persons and institutions acting on sincerely held religious beliefs or moral convictions regarding marriage. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — Funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and tribal programs advances support for minority communities. Does this make housing cost less? — The legislation includes funding for housing improvements and tribal welfare assistance programs. Does this protect the right to own guns? — Provisions restricting certain federal lead ammunition and tackle bans support recreational gun owners and anglers. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Support for persistent poverty counties and community development projects aids economically disadvantaged areas.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — Significant appropriations are directed to the Bureau of Indian Education for school operations and facilities. Does this make college cost less? — Funding is allocated for educational grants and support programs involving Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill provides dedicated funding for scientific research programs within the USGS and EPA.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill provides substantial funding for the Indian Health Service, improving healthcare infrastructure and services for Native Americans. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill allocates funds for environmental and scientific research through agencies like the USGS and EPA.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The legislation includes specific contracting opportunities and fee considerations for small and micro-businesses. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill allocates funding for infrastructure and conservation projects that support jobs in construction and land management. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Appropriations for water and community infrastructure provide modest local economic support.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — Provisions require reporting and public posting of agency reports and budget allocations. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — The legislation emphasizes state consultation and compliance with state laws regarding wildlife and environmental management.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — Extensive funding is provided for rural water, wastewater, and community infrastructure projects. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — The bill provides appropriations for the construction and maintenance of roads and infrastructure across public lands. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — The legislation provides comprehensive funding for national parks, wildlife refuges, and public land administration. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Numerous riders limit the implementation of wildlife protections, Endangered Species Act listings, and pollution controls. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The bill prohibits consideration of the social cost of carbon and restricts certain environmental rules and carbon reporting. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — Provisions block specific renewable energy projects like Lava Ridge and limit certain environmental oversight.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — Working capital funds allocate resources toward departmental cybersecurity improvements.
- 6/5/2026
- The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-687, by Mr. Simpson.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 599.
- Bill introduced.
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.