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A bill to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
2/13/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 515
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.
However, supporters of Bill 119 s 515 argue that the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 has become outdated and unnecessary. They believe that the Act has hindered the ability of the President to effectively manage the budget and respond to changing circumstances. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 would undermine the separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches of government. They are concerned that without the Act in place, the President could abuse his power to withhold funds for political purposes. Overall, the debate surrounding Bill 119 s 515 is complex and contentious. Supporters believe that repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 would streamline the budget process and give the President more flexibility, while opponents are concerned about the potential for abuse of power. The outcome of this legislation will have significant implications for the balance of power between the branches of government.
Congressional Summary of S 515
This bill repeals the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (ICA). The ICA generally limits the authority of the President to impound (i.e., withhold from obligation or expenditure) funds that have been appropriated by Congress and establishes related procedures. It also establishes expedited legislative procedures that Congress may use to consider legislation to enact rescissions proposed by the President.
Current Status of Bill S 515
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1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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Comments

Baker Hernandez
10 months ago
I fully support this bill to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974. It will bring positive changes and benefits to many of us. #UnitedStatesSBill515 #ImpoundmentControlAct #Repeal

Darren Briggs
10 months ago
I don't really care about this bill, but it seems like it could be good for some people. It might affect me in some way, but I'm not sure how. #UnitedStatesSBill515 #ImpoundmentControlAct #Politics #Indifferent #AffectsSomePeople

