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To prohibit the use of Federal funds to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development.

3/12/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1196

Bill 119 hr 1196, also known as the "To prohibit the use of Federal funds to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development" bill, aims to prevent the use of federal funds to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The bill seeks to protect USAID, an important agency that provides foreign assistance and humanitarian aid to countries in need around the world.

The bill prohibits any federal funds from being used to eliminate USAID, ensuring that the agency can continue its important work in promoting global development, democracy, and stability. By safeguarding USAID from potential budget cuts or restructuring efforts, the bill aims to maintain the agency's ability to respond to international crises, support economic growth in developing countries, and promote American values and interests abroad.

Supporters of the bill argue that USAID plays a crucial role in advancing US foreign policy goals and promoting global stability, and that eliminating the agency would have negative consequences for both the US and the international community. By preventing the use of federal funds to dismantle USAID, the bill aims to ensure that the agency can continue its vital work in addressing global challenges and promoting peace and prosperity around the world. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1196 seeks to protect USAID from potential budget cuts or restructuring efforts, and to ensure that the agency can continue its important mission of providing foreign assistance and humanitarian aid to countries in need.

Current Status of Bill HR 1196

Bill HR 1196 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1196 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2025.  Bill HR 1196's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1196

Total Number of Sponsors
11
Democrat Sponsors
11
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
189
Democrat Cosponsors
189
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1196

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1196

To prohibit the use of Federal funds to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development.
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development.

Comments

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Creed Rowland

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9 months ago

I'm not quite sure about this bill to stop funding for that international development agency. I mean, I know it's important to be fiscally responsible, but what impact will this have on our global relationships and humanitarian efforts? It's a bit concerning to think about the potential consequences. Did you know that the United States Agency for International Development has been around since 1961? #politics #USAID #HRBill1196