Trump Signs Rescissions Act, Cutting Billions in Foreign Aid and Eliminating Public Broadcasting Funds
The Rescissions Act of 2025 became law on July 23, 2025. Federal agencies are now responsible for carrying out the new rules, and no further action is required from Congress. Nothing has happened with this bill since it became law 11 months ago.
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USAID employees are directly affected by $125 million in cuts to the agency's operating expenses, which funds staffing and day-to-day operations. Combined with billions in cuts to programs USAID administers — development assistance, disaster relief, global health, and transition initiatives — this dramatically shrinks the agency's mission and likely leads to significant workforce reductions.
Became Public Law No: 119-28.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
House agreed to Senate amendment pursuant to H. Res. 590.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
On Motion to Recommit
On the Motion to Discharge
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Rescissions Act of 2025
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