Congressional Power of the Purse Act
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
The Congressional Power of the Purse Act aims to strengthen congressional oversight of the executive branch’s use of funds and limit the President’s ability to unilaterally withhold funds without congressional approval. It does this by restricting ‘fast-track’ procedures for impoundment, requiring more detailed reporting on budget balances, and establishing a process for congressional review of national emergencies. The bill also seeks to increase transparency in government spending and limit the President’s authority to declare and maintain national emergencies.
Key provisions
- Prohibits ‘fast-track’ procedures for impoundment of funds.
- Requires more detailed reporting on expired and cancelled budget balances.
- Mandates advance congressional notification before withholding funds.
- Establishes a process for congressional review of national emergencies and their associated powers.
- Requires the Comptroller General to review compliance with the Impoundment Control Act.
- Creates an Inspector General for the Office of Management and Budget.
- Requires the publication of OLC opinions related to budget and appropriations law.
- Addresses apportionment of appropriations to ensure timely obligation of funds.
Who is affected
- Congress
- The Executive Branch (specifically the President and executive agencies)
- The Department of Justice
- The Office of Management and Budget
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