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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

Bill 119 s 515, 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 The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 was originally enacted in response to concerns about the power of the President to withhold funds appropriated by Congress.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.

However, supporters of Bill 119 s 515 argue that the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 has become outdated and unnecessary.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

Bill S 515 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill S 515 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 11, 2025.  Bill S 515's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget. as of February 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 515

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 515

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 515

A bill to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
A bill to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

Comments

Baker Hernandez profile image

Baker Hernandez

392

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 profile image

Darren Briggs

535

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