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To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
2/12/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1180
Bill 119 HR 1180, 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 The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 was originally enacted in response to concerns about the power of the President to withhold funds appropriated by Congress.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 the President to propose rescissions of funds that had been appropriated by Congress. Congress then had a limited amount of time to approve or disapprove of these rescissions. If Congress did not act within the specified time frame, the funds would be released.
The proposed bill, Bill 119 HR 1180, seeks to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 entirely. Proponents of the bill argue that the Act is outdated and no longer necessary, as it has not been used in recent years. They believe that repealing the Act will streamline the budget process and give the President more flexibility in managing federal funds. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 could potentially give the President too much power over the budget process. They are concerned that without the Act in place, the President could withhold funds for political reasons or to advance their own agenda. Overall, the passage of Bill 119 HR 1180 would have significant implications for the budget process and the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches of government. It is important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential consequences of repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 before making a decision on this bill.
The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 established a process for the President to propose rescissions of funds that had been appropriated by Congress. Congress then had a limited amount of time to approve or disapprove of these rescissions. If Congress did not act within the specified time frame, the funds would be released.
The proposed bill, Bill 119 HR 1180, seeks to repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 entirely. Proponents of the bill argue that the Act is outdated and no longer necessary, as it has not been used in recent years. They believe that repealing the Act will streamline the budget process and give the President more flexibility in managing federal funds. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that repealing the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 could potentially give the President too much power over the budget process. They are concerned that without the Act in place, the President could withhold funds for political reasons or to advance their own agenda. Overall, the passage of Bill 119 HR 1180 would have significant implications for the budget process and the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches of government. It is important for lawmakers 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 1180
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 1180
Bill HR 1180 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1180 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2025. Bill HR 1180'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 February 11, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1180
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
25Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
25Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1180
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1180
To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1180
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