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This bill appropriates funds for the Department of the Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, and related agencies for fiscal year 2026. The bill includes funding for various federal agencies and programs, with several key provisions. The Department of the Interior will receive appropriations for emergency reconstruction of facilities, wildland fire management, and tribal programs. The bill allows the Secretary of the Interior to transfer funds between accounts for emergency purposes, such as wildfire suppression or rehabilitation of damaged lands. It includes specific funding for the Indian Health Service, forest management, and national parks. The Environmental Protection Agency receives funding for environmental programs, state and tribal assistance grants, and various environmental protection initiatives. The bill also contains several administrative provisions, such as restrictions on fund usage, requirements for reporting and transparency, and extensions of existing programs. Notable provisions include limitations on mining patent applications, protections for wild horses and burros, and support for forest biomass energy. The bill includes funding for cultural institutions like the Smithsonian and national museums, and provides guidance on grant awards, workforce actions, and other administrative matters. Overall, the bill aims to provide comprehensive funding and operational guidance for environmental, interior, and related federal agencies in the upcoming fiscal year.

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2431/all-info