1998 Supplemental Appropriations and Rescissions Act
Citations
- Statutes at Large
- 112 Stat. 58
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Trump rescission package?+
The Rescissions Act of 2025 is a law passed by the 119th United States Congress. It rescinds $7.9 billion in funding from international assistance programs and $1.1 billion in funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).
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What is the status of the rescission bill?+
WASHINGTON, D.C. – By a vote of 51 to 48 the United States Senate advanced the Rescissions Act of 2025 to rescind $9 billion in unnecessary, wasteful federal funds. The bill, which passed the House of Representatives in June by a vote of 214 to 212, will now return to the House for final consideration.
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Are pocket rescissions legal?+
A pocket rescission is illegal as we explained in our most recent decision on pocket rescissions. Congress holds the power of the purse—approving a budget and appropriating funds. Presidents and executive branch agencies are responsible for administering those funds.
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