Rescission bills in the Senate can be filibustered and thus require 60 votes to pass.
Explanation
Unlike regular appropriations bills, rescission measures under the Impoundment Control Act cannot be filibustered in the Senate and need only a simple majority to pass.
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Under the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, how many days does Congress have to act on a presidential rescission request before the funds must be released?
Easymultiple choiceOn June 3, 2025, President Trump transmitted a “special message” under section __ of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 requesting the rescission of $9.4 billion.
Mediumfill in_blanksIf the House does not pass the Senate-amended rescission bill by midnight on July 18, 2025, what is the outcome under the Impoundment Control Act?
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