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A bill to provide for across-the-board rescissions of nonsecurity discretionary spending of 2 percent.
1/3/2025, 6:55 PM
Summary of Bill S 5485
Bill 118 s 5485, also known as the "Across-the-Board Rescissions of Nonsecurity Discretionary Spending Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to reduce nonsecurity discretionary spending by 2 percent across the board.
Nonsecurity discretionary spending refers to government expenditures that are not related to national security, such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. By implementing a 2 percent cut in these areas, the bill aims to reduce overall government spending and potentially lower the national debt.
If passed, this bill would require all government agencies and departments to make cuts in their nonsecurity discretionary spending. This could impact a wide range of programs and services that rely on government funding. Supporters of the bill argue that reducing government spending is necessary to address the growing national debt and ensure fiscal responsibility. However, critics are concerned that across-the-board cuts could disproportionately impact certain programs and services that are vital to the well-being of American citizens. Overall, Bill 118 s 5485 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching implications for government spending and the services it provides to the American people. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.
Nonsecurity discretionary spending refers to government expenditures that are not related to national security, such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. By implementing a 2 percent cut in these areas, the bill aims to reduce overall government spending and potentially lower the national debt.
If passed, this bill would require all government agencies and departments to make cuts in their nonsecurity discretionary spending. This could impact a wide range of programs and services that rely on government funding. Supporters of the bill argue that reducing government spending is necessary to address the growing national debt and ensure fiscal responsibility. However, critics are concerned that across-the-board cuts could disproportionately impact certain programs and services that are vital to the well-being of American citizens. Overall, Bill 118 s 5485 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching implications for government spending and the services it provides to the American people. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.
Current Status of Bill S 5485
Bill S 5485 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 11, 2024. Bill S 5485 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 11, 2024. Bill S 5485's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. as of December 11, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5485
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5485
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5485
A bill to provide for across-the-board rescissions of nonsecurity discretionary spending of 2 percent.
A bill to provide for across-the-board rescissions of nonsecurity discretionary spending of 2 percent.
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