To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

12/17/2024, 9:05 AM
Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10414, also known as the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, is a piece of legislation that aims to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974. The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 was originally passed in response to concerns about the power of the President to withhold funds appropriated by Congress.

The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 established a process for Congress to review and approve any proposed rescissions of funds by the President. This was intended to prevent the President from unilaterally withholding funds that had been allocated by Congress for specific purposes.

The current bill, Bill 118 hr 10414, seeks to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 entirely. The rationale behind this repeal is not explicitly stated in the bill itself, but it is likely that proponents of the bill believe that the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is unnecessary or overly restrictive. If passed, this bill would eliminate the requirement for the President to seek approval from Congress before rescinding funds. This could potentially give the President more flexibility in managing the federal budget, but it could also raise concerns about transparency and accountability in government spending. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10414 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching implications for the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches of government. It will be important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential consequences of repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 before making a decision on this bill.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10414

Introduced on
2024-12-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10414, also known as the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, is a piece of legislation that aims to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974. The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 was originally passed in response to concerns about the power of the President to withhold funds appropriated by Congress.

The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 established a process for Congress to review and approve any proposed rescissions of funds by the President. This was intended to prevent the President from unilaterally withholding funds that had been allocated by Congress for specific purposes.

The current bill, Bill 118 hr 10414, seeks to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 entirely. The rationale behind this repeal is not explicitly stated in the bill itself, but it is likely that proponents of the bill believe that the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is unnecessary or overly restrictive. If passed, this bill would eliminate the requirement for the President to seek approval from Congress before rescinding funds. This could potentially give the President more flexibility in managing the federal budget, but it could also raise concerns about transparency and accountability in government spending. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10414 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching implications for the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches of government. It will be important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential consequences of repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 before making a decision on this bill.
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Official Title as IntroducedTo repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

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Latest Action12/16/2024
Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerne...