Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and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.

United States119th CongressHRES-499House of Representatives
Updated: Jun 11, 2025

Summary

This resolution establishes the procedural rules for the House of Representatives to consider H.R. 4 , a bill focused on rescinding certain budget authority. This authority was proposed for rescission by the President in special messages transmitted on June 3, 2025, in accordance with the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974. To facilitate its passage, the resolution waives all points of order against both the consideration of H.R. 4 and any of its specific provisions. It mandates one hour of debate, equally divided and controlled by the Majority and Minority Leaders, and permits one motion to recommit before final passage. Furthermore, it explicitly states that section 1017 of the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 will not apply to any related legislative measures concerning the President's June 3, 2025 special message, and it adopts House Resolution 492.

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  1. DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 499.

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  2. On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 210 - 204 (Roll no. 164).

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  3. On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 213 - 207 (Roll no. 165). (text: CR H2639)

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  4. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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