Motion to Recommit Rejected in the Senate on July 16, 2025 · 48 Yea, 51 Nay, 1 Not Voting
Question: On the Motion to Recommit H.R. 4
In plain English: This bill cancels $9.4 billion in unspent government funds previously allocated to the State Department, USAID, and other agencies, as proposed by the President. These funds were intended for various international programs, development aid, and public broadcasting.
Rescissions Act of 2025 This bill rescinds $9.4 billion in unobligated funds that were provided to the Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), various independent and related agencies, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The rescissions were proposed by the President under procedures included in the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974. Under current law, the President may propose rescissions to Congress using specified procedur…