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To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

12/17/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 10414

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 10414

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 HR 10414

Bill HR 10414 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 16, 2024. Bill HR 10414 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 16, 2024.  Bill HR 10414's most recent activity was 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. as of December 16, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10414

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10414

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10414

To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

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