S.2067 - Rescissions Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
S.2067, the Rescissions Act of 2025, proposes to rescind specific budget authority as outlined in the President's special message to Congress on June 3, 2025. The bill targets unobligated balances from various appropriations acts, primarily focusing on international organizations, global health programs, migration and refugee assistance, and other bilateral economic assistance funds. The proposed rescissions would affect funding allocated in the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024, and the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2025.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this act would immediately reduce the amount of funding available for the specified programs and organizations. This could lead to a reduction in the scope or effectiveness of these programs, potentially impacting international aid, global health initiatives, and refugee assistance efforts. The rescissions also affect domestic programs such as the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Potential Benefits
- Potential reduction in government spending and budget deficits.
- May allow for reallocation of funds to other priorities.
- Could lead to increased scrutiny and efficiency in the use of appropriated funds.
- May align spending with current administration priorities.
- Could reduce reliance on international organizations.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential negative impact on international organizations and programs.
- Possible reduction in global health initiatives and assistance to refugees.
- May strain relationships with international partners.
- Could hinder efforts to address global crises and humanitarian needs.
- Potential disruption to programs funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Constitutional Alignment
The Rescissions Act of 2025 aligns with Congress's constitutional power of the purse, as outlined in Article I, Section 9, Clause 7, which states that "No Money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence of Appropriations made by Law." This act represents Congress exercising its authority to modify prior appropriations. The process adheres to the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, which provides a framework for rescissions.
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).