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End of Presidential Spending Control: Impoundment Control Act Repealed

This bill aims to repeal an existing law that limited the President's ability to withhold funds approved by Congress. This means the President could gain more freedom in deciding how and when public money is spent, potentially affecting government programs and services available to citizens.
Key points
The President would have greater discretion in managing the budget, without needing Congressional approval to withhold spending.
This could lead to quicker changes in public program funding, potentially impacting the availability of services and support for citizens.
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Print number: 118_HR_10414
Sponsor: Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9]
Process start date: 2024-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To repeal the Impoundment Control Act of 1974.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10414.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President would have greater discretion in managing the budget, without needing Congressional approval to withhold spending.
  • This could lead to quicker changes in public program funding, potentially impacting the availability of services and support for citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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