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Implementing Decreases in Overall Government Expenditures Act (Implementing DOGE Act)

This bill provides for across-the-board rescissions of nonsecurity discretionary spending if total annual appropriations exceed the previous fiscal year’s appropriations by more than 1%. Starting in fiscal year 2026, the excess growth percentage will be rescinded on a pro rata basis from nonsecurity discretionary appropriations.
Key points
Automatic rescissions begin in fiscal year 2026 if total annual appropriations grow by more than 1%.
Rescissions apply specifically to "nonsecurity discretionary appropriations."
The reduction amount is calculated on a pro rata basis using the percentage of growth that exceeds 1%.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_199
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Implementing DOGE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_199.

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:

  • Automatic rescissions begin in fiscal year 2026 if total annual appropriations grow by more than 1%.
  • Rescissions apply specifically to "nonsecurity discretionary appropriations."
  • The reduction amount is calculated on a pro rata basis using the percentage of growth that exceeds 1%.
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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Economy Budget