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S5377FEDERALSession 119Federal Billin committee

Senate proposes amendments to the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 regarding appropriation bill procedures

Original title: A bill to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to establish certain procedures for consideration of appropriation bills, and for other purposes.

Last action · August 7, 2026: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.Sponsor: Rick Scott

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What This Bill Would Do

New procedural rules for the consideration and debate of s are proposed under this amendment to the . The measure is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration.

Why it matters

These procedural changes may alter the timeline and transparency of federal funding decisions for government services.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

United States Congress

The legislative body must follow the new procedural rules for appropriation bills if this measure is enacted.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do?

It proposes changes to the rules Congress uses to debate and pass spending () bills.

Is this bill currently law?

No, it was introduced on August 7, 2026, and is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Aug 7, 2026SenateCommittee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Aug 7, 2026SenateIntroduced
Introduced in Senate

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Connected Entities

Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, Senate Committee on Rules and Administration

otherCongressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974“The existing law being amended by this bill.”Map →

OrganizationSenate Committee on Rules and Administration“The committee currently reviewing the bill.”Map →

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