A Republican bill with 6 Republican cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
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In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Rescissions Act of 2025 aims to cancel various amounts of previously approved budget authority. These changes are based on a special message sent by the President on June 3, 2025. The bill targets funds related to international organizations, global health, and economic assistance. It also includes reductions for migration and refugee assistance, as well as international disaster assistance. Additionally, it rescinds funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Yes
- Scored +7
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill implements significant rescissions across various international and domestic agency budgets.
- Scored +5
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?
The bill reduces government spending by rescinding billions of dollars in unobligated budget authority.
- Scored +5
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
By canceling previously approved budget authority, the bill aims to exercise fiscal control.
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- Scored -10
Does this send more money or help to other countries?
The bill rescinds billions of dollars across various foreign aid and assistance categories.
- Scored -7
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The rescission of $800 million in Migration and Refugee Assistance negatively impacts immigrants and refugees.
- Scored -5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
Reducing contributions to international organizations and peacekeeping may weaken international alliances.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
The provided text does not list any specific positive impacts or benefits for individuals or groups of that the bill would create.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Reduction in International Organization Funding: The bill rescinds $33,008,764 and $168,837,230 from "International Organizations--Contributions to International Organizations" (Section 2(b)(1) and 2(b)(2)).
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Reduction in Peacekeeping Activities: The bill rescinds $203,328,007 and $157,906,000 from "International Organizations--Contributions for International Peacekeeping Activities" (Section 2(b)(3) and 2(b)(4)).
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Reduction in Global Health Programs: The bill rescinds $500,000,000 and $400,000,000 from "Bilateral Economic Assistance--Funds Appropriated to the President--Global Health Programs" (Section 2(b)(5) and 2(b)(6)).
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Reduction in Migration and Refugee Assistance: The bill permanently rescinds $800,000,000 from "Department of State--Migration and Refugee Assistance" (Section 2(b)(7)).
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Reduction in Economic and Democracy Funds: The bill rescinds $43,000,000 for "Complex Crises Fund," $83,000,000 for "Democracy Fund," and $1,650,000,000 for "Economic Support Fund" (Section 2(b)(8), 2(b)(9), and 2(b)(10)).
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Reduction in Environmental and International Programs: The bill rescinds $125,000,000 from the "Clean Technology Fund" and $436,920,000 from "International Organizations and Programs" (Section 2(b)(11) and 2(b)(12)).
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Reduction in Development and Regional Assistance: The bill rescinds $2,500,000,000 from "Development Assistance" and $460,000,000 from "Assistance for Europe, Eurasia and Central Asia" (Section 2(b)(13) and 2(b)(14)).
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Reduction in Disaster and Agency Expenses: The bill rescinds $496,000,000 from "International Disaster Assistance" and $125,000,000 from "United States Agency for International Development--Operating Expenses" (Section 2(b)(15) and 2(b)(16)).
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Reduction in Transition and Foundation Funding: The bill rescinds $57,000,000 for "Transition Initiatives," $27,000,000 for the "Inter-American Foundation," and $22,000,000 for the "United States African Development Foundation" (Section 2(b)(17), 2(b)(18), and 2(b)(19)).
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Reduction in Peace and Broadcasting Funds: The bill rescinds $15,000,000 from the "United States Institute of Peace" and all amounts made available for the "Corporation for Public Broadcasting" for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (Section 2(b)(20) and 2(b)(21)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — The bill rescinds billions of dollars across various foreign aid and assistance categories. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — Cutting economic support and development funds can reduce the efficacy of diplomatic engagement. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Reducing contributions to international organizations and peacekeeping may weaken international alliances.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill implements significant rescissions across various international and domestic agency budgets. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — By canceling previously approved budget authority, the bill aims to exercise fiscal control. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The bill reduces government spending by rescinding billions of dollars in unobligated budget authority.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — The bill rescinds $496 million from International Disaster Assistance. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The rescission of the Clean Technology Fund may hinder environmental protection and green energy initiatives. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The reduction in the Clean Technology Fund directly reduces investment in renewable energy.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — The rescission of $800 million in Migration and Refugee Assistance negatively impacts immigrants and refugees. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Reductions in aid and assistance may negatively affect low-income populations globally.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The rescission of $900 million in global health programs may negatively impact international healthcare access. Does this make the country readier for the next outbreak? — Reductions in global health and international programs may impact future pandemic response capabilities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Reductions in development and economic assistance may negatively affect poverty reduction efforts abroad.
- 9/2/2025
- Star Print ordered on the bill.
- 7/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/9/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/23/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/17/2025
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 6/12/2025
- Read twice and referred jointly to the Committees on Appropriations; the Budget pursuant to the order of 1/30/1975 as amended by the order of 4/11/1986.
- Introduced in Senate
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