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Presidential Power: Proposal to Grant Line Item Veto Authority for Spending Cuts.

This proposal seeks to amend the Constitution to grant the President the power to reduce specific spending amounts (appropriations) within bills passed by Congress before signing them into law. This change significantly shifts control over federal spending, potentially leading to faster cuts in programs the President opposes. Congress retains the ability to override the President's reduction and restore the original funding level, but this requires a two-thirds majority vote in both the House and the Senate.
Key points
The President would gain the authority to unilaterally cut specific funding amounts in legislation approved by Congress.
This power, known as the line item veto for appropriations, aims to increase executive control over public spending.
Congress can reverse the President's spending cut, but only if two-thirds of both the House and the Senate vote to disapprove the reduction.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HJRES_8
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide certain line item veto authority to the President.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HJRES_8.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President would gain the authority to unilaterally cut specific funding amounts in legislation approved by Congress.
  • This power, known as the line item veto for appropriations, aims to increase executive control over public spending.
  • Congress can reverse the President's spending cut, but only if two-thirds of both the House and the Senate vote to disapprove the reduction.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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