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To abolish the United States Agency for International Development, and for other purposes.
2/13/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1123
Bill 119 HR 1123, also known as the "Abolish USAID Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to eliminate the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration.
If passed, the bill would effectively dismantle USAID, which is an independent federal agency responsible for administering civilian foreign aid and development assistance around the world. The agency has been in operation since 1961 and plays a crucial role in promoting U.S. national security interests, economic prosperity, and humanitarian values through its various programs and initiatives.
Proponents of the bill argue that USAID is inefficient, wasteful, and redundant, and that its functions could be better handled by other government agencies or through private sector partnerships. They believe that abolishing USAID would lead to cost savings and a more streamlined approach to foreign aid and development assistance. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that USAID plays a vital role in advancing U.S. interests and values on the global stage, and that eliminating the agency would have negative consequences for international relations, humanitarian efforts, and national security. They believe that USAID should be reformed and strengthened, rather than abolished. In addition to abolishing USAID, the bill also includes provisions for transferring the agency's functions and responsibilities to other government agencies, as well as for conducting a comprehensive review of U.S. foreign aid programs and policies. Overall, the "Abolish USAID Act" is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the role of the United States in international development and humanitarian assistance. Its fate remains uncertain as it continues to be debated and discussed in Congress.
If passed, the bill would effectively dismantle USAID, which is an independent federal agency responsible for administering civilian foreign aid and development assistance around the world. The agency has been in operation since 1961 and plays a crucial role in promoting U.S. national security interests, economic prosperity, and humanitarian values through its various programs and initiatives.
Proponents of the bill argue that USAID is inefficient, wasteful, and redundant, and that its functions could be better handled by other government agencies or through private sector partnerships. They believe that abolishing USAID would lead to cost savings and a more streamlined approach to foreign aid and development assistance. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that USAID plays a vital role in advancing U.S. interests and values on the global stage, and that eliminating the agency would have negative consequences for international relations, humanitarian efforts, and national security. They believe that USAID should be reformed and strengthened, rather than abolished. In addition to abolishing USAID, the bill also includes provisions for transferring the agency's functions and responsibilities to other government agencies, as well as for conducting a comprehensive review of U.S. foreign aid programs and policies. Overall, the "Abolish USAID Act" is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the role of the United States in international development and humanitarian assistance. Its fate remains uncertain as it continues to be debated and discussed in Congress.
Current Status of Bill HR 1123
Bill HR 1123 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1123 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2025. Bill HR 1123's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Appropriations, 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 February 7, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1123
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
45Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
45Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1123
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1123
To abolish the United States Agency for International Development, and for other purposes.
To abolish the United States Agency for International Development, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1123
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