Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, and for other purposes. | ChamberLight
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 499House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, and for other purposes.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This resolution matters because it streamlines the process for the House to act on the President's proposed spending cuts. By waiving procedural roadblocks and limiting debate, it makes it easier and faster for H.R. 4 (the bill to cut spending) to pass the House. This could lead to a quicker decision on whether to cut specific government funds, potentially impacting various programs and services more rapidly than under standard legislative procedures. If this resolution doesn't pass, H.R. 4 would be subject to the House's usual rules, which allow for more debate, more potential amendments, and more opportunities for procedural delays.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Allows H.R. 4 to be considered in the House immediately upon adoption of this resolution.
This provision enables a quick start to the legislative process for H.R. 4, bringing the bill to a vote faster.
PROVISION 02
Waives all procedural objections (points of order) against considering H.R. 4 and against its contents.
This prevents lawmakers from using procedural rules to block or delay H.R. 4, ensuring it proceeds to a vote without such challenges.
PROVISION 03
Limits debate on H.R. 4 to one hour, equally divided between the majority and minority leaders.
This significantly restricts the amount of time available for discussion and argument over H.R. 4, accelerating its passage.
PROVISION 04
Orders the "previous question" on H.R. 4 to final passage, allowing only one motion to recommit.
This limits the ability to offer amendments or delay tactics, pushing the bill quickly to a final vote.
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 11, 2025
House Res.HRES 499House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, and for other purposes.
This resolution matters because it streamlines the process for the House to act on the President's proposed spending cuts. By waiving procedural roadblocks and limiting debate, it makes it easier and faster for H.R. 4 (the bill to cut spending) to pass the House. This could lead to a quicker decision on whether to cut specific government funds, potentially impacting various programs and services more rapidly than under standard legislative procedures. If this resolution doesn't pass, H.R. 4 would be subject to the House's usual rules, which allow for more debate, more potential amendments, and more opportunities for procedural delays.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Allows H.R. 4 to be considered in the House immediately upon adoption of this resolution.
This provision enables a quick start to the legislative process for H.R. 4, bringing the bill to a vote faster.
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Waives all procedural objections (points of order) against considering H.R. 4 and against its contents.
This prevents lawmakers from using procedural rules to block or delay H.R. 4, ensuring it proceeds to a vote without such challenges.
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Limits debate on H.R. 4 to one hour, equally divided between the majority and minority leaders.
This significantly restricts the amount of time available for discussion and argument over H.R. 4, accelerating its passage.
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Orders the "previous question" on H.R. 4 to final passage, allowing only one motion to recommit.
This limits the ability to offer amendments or delay tactics, pushing the bill quickly to a final vote.
Date President transmitted special messages proposing rescissions, which H.R. 4 addresses
GLOSSARY
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Resolution
A legislative measure used by Congress to express its opinion or to set rules for how legislative business is conducted.
Rescind Budget Authority
To cancel or withdraw funding that was previously made available for government spending, essentially taking back money that was allocated but not yet spent.
Points of Order
Formal objections raised by a member of Congress that a procedural rule or regulation of the House is being violated.
Waived
When a rule or requirement is set aside or disregarded for a specific purpose, allowing an action to proceed that would otherwise be prohibited.
Previous Question
A parliamentary motion in the House that, if approved, immediately ends debate on a bill or amendment and forces a direct vote on it.
Motion to Recommit
A motion typically offered by the minority party in the House before final passage of a bill, which sends the bill back to committee, usually with instructions to amend it.
Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974
A law that established the current budget process for Congress and outlines how the President must notify Congress when proposing to withhold or cancel appropriated funds.
ACTION TIMELINE
9 EVENTS
JUN 11, 25
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-152, by Ms. Foxx.
COMMITTEE
JUN 11, 25
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit allowed. Bill is closed to amendments.
FLOOR
JUN 11, 25
Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 33.
CALENDARS
JUN 11, 25
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2639-2647)