Relating to consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and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. | ChamberLight
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House Res.HRES 590House of RepresentativesSenate
Relating to consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and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.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This resolution matters because it provides an accelerated pathway for H.R. 4 to pass the House. If this resolution is adopted, it avoids potential delays or additional debates that might arise from a separate consideration or vote on the Senate's changes to H.R. 4. This means a bill about rescinding government funds can move to the President's desk faster, potentially leading to quicker changes in federal spending.
Without this resolution, H.R. 4 would need to go through a more standard, potentially longer, process to reconcile the House and Senate versions, which could include further negotiation or a conference committee. This resolution ensures that the version of H.R. 4 approved by the Senate is accepted by the House without further modification or delay.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
The House is considered to have taken H.R. 4, along with the Senate's changes to it, from the Speaker's table.
This is a procedural step to formally acknowledge the bill and its amendments are ready for immediate action by the House.
PROVISION 02
The House is considered to have agreed to (concurred in) the Senate's changes to H.R. 4.
This provision bypasses a separate vote on the Senate's amendments, thereby streamlining and expediting the legislative process for H.R. 4.
Relating to consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and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.
This resolution matters because it provides an accelerated pathway for H.R. 4 to pass the House. If this resolution is adopted, it avoids potential delays or additional debates that might arise from a separate consideration or vote on the Senate's changes to H.R. 4. This means a bill about rescinding government funds can move to the President's desk faster, potentially leading to quicker changes in federal spending.
Without this resolution, H.R. 4 would need to go through a more standard, potentially longer, process to reconcile the House and Senate versions, which could include further negotiation or a conference committee. This resolution ensures that the version of H.R. 4 approved by the Senate is accepted by the House without further modification or delay.
KEY PROVISIONS
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The House is considered to have taken H.R. 4, along with the Senate's changes to it, from the Speaker's table.
This is a procedural step to formally acknowledge the bill and its amendments are ready for immediate action by the House.
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The House is considered to have agreed to (concurred in) the Senate's changes to H.R. 4.
This provision bypasses a separate vote on the Senate's amendments, thereby streamlining and expediting the legislative process for H.R. 4.
Date the resolution was considered and adopted (legislative day for the House of Representatives).
GLOSSARY
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House Resolution
A legislative measure adopted by the House of Representatives to regulate its internal affairs or express its sentiments, not requiring Senate approval or the President's signature.
Speaker's Table
A designated location in the House of Representatives where bills and other legislative measures are placed when received from the Senate or after introduction, awaiting further action.
Concurred in
To agree with; in this legislative context, for one chamber (the House) to formally accept the amendments or actions taken by the other chamber (the Senate) on a bill.
Budget Authority
The legal permission granted by Congress to federal agencies to enter into obligations that result in immediate or future outlays (spending) of government funds.
Rescind
To revoke, cancel, or repeal a legislative act or prior authorization, often referring to the cancellation of previously granted budget authority.
Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974
A major law that establishes the congressional budget process and sets procedures for how Congress and the President handle the federal budget, including rules for presidential impoundments (when a president withholds spending).
ACTION TIMELINE
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JUL 18, 25
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 216 - 213 (Roll no. 203).
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JUL 18, 25
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 216 - 213 (Roll no. 203). (text: CR H3451)
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JUL 18, 25
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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JUL 17, 25
The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-208, by Ms. Foxx.