H.Res.499 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and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.
House Roll Call
H.Res.499
| Bill | H.Res.499 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to rescind certain budget authority proposed to be rescinded in special messages transmitted to the Congress by the President on June 3, 2025, in accordance with section 1012(a) of the Congressional Budget and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. |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Agreeing to the Resolution |
| Vote type | Recorded Vote |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 213 / Nay 207 / Present 0 / Not Voting 12 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 213 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| D | 0 | 206 | 0 | 6 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Agreeing to the Resolution
Bill Analysis
HRES 499, introduced in the 119th Congress, facilitates the consideration of H.R. 4, which aims to rescind specific budget authority as proposed by the President in special messages dated June 3, 2025. This legislative action is grounded in the provisions of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, specifically section 1012(a), which governs the process for Congress to review and act upon presidential proposals to rescind budgetary allocations.
The bill outlines the procedural framework for the House of Representatives to debate and vote on the proposed rescissions. By providing a structured approach to consider H.R. 4, HRES 499 ensures that Congress can effectively respond to the President’s recommendations regarding budget authority, which may involve reallocating funds that were previously earmarked for specific programs or agencies.
The primary agencies and programs affected by this bill will depend on the specific budget authority identified for rescission in H.R. 4. The rescinded funds could impact a range of federal programs, potentially affecting various sectors including health, education, infrastructure, and social services. The beneficiaries of the funding that may be rescinded include state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and individuals who rely on federal assistance.
Key timelines associated with HRES 499 include the initial proposal date of June 3, 2025, when the President submitted the special messages, and the subsequent legislative process that follows its introduction in Congress. The motion to reconsider the bill has been laid on the table and agreed to without objection, indicating a consensus on the procedural approach to consider the rescissions.
Overall, HRES 499 serves as a critical mechanism for Congress to engage with the executive branch on budgetary decisions, ensuring accountability and oversight in federal spending.
Yea (213)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (207)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
