Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

H.R.191 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2025 (119th Congress)

Summary

H.R. 191, the "Inflation Reduction Act of 2025," aims to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Introduced in the House of Representatives, the bill seeks to rescind any unobligated funds made available under the 2022 Act. It was referred to multiple committees, including Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, and others, for consideration.

Expected Effects

If enacted, H.R. 191 would reverse the policies and funding allocations established by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. This would likely impact various sectors, including energy, healthcare, and climate initiatives. The rescission of unobligated balances would halt or alter programs that were intended to be funded by the 2022 Act.

Potential Benefits

  • Potentially reduce government spending and debt if the original act is deemed wasteful.
  • May lead to a reassessment of priorities and reallocation of resources to other areas.
  • Could remove regulations or taxes perceived as harmful to specific industries.
  • May align with a different economic philosophy or approach to addressing inflation.
  • Could streamline government operations by eliminating redundant or ineffective programs.

Potential Disadvantages

  • Could negatively impact climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts.
  • May reduce access to affordable healthcare and prescription drugs.
  • Potentially harm investments in clean energy and energy efficiency.
  • Could lead to job losses in sectors supported by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
  • May disproportionately affect vulnerable populations who benefit from the original act's provisions.

Constitutional Alignment

The bill's attempt to repeal existing legislation falls within the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution. The power to enact and repeal laws is a fundamental aspect of congressional authority. Rescinding unobligated balances is also within Congress's power of the purse.

Impact Assessment: Things You Care About

This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).