The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 eliminated the president's unilateral authority to refuse spending money Congress appropriated.

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The 1974 Act eliminated unilateral presidential impoundment by requiring congressional approval for rescissions and limiting deferrals to temporary delays. Before 1974, presidents could simply refuse to spend appropriated money. After 1974, presidents must notify Congress of proposed rescissions, and both chambers must approve within 45 days—otherwise funds must be released. Deferrals require ongoing reporting and can't be used to kill programs. The Act restored the Appropriations Clause balance: Congress decides what to fund, presidents execute those decisions faithfully.

The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 eliminated the president's unilateral authority to refuse spending money Congress appropriated.

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