U.S. Senate ·

To rescind unobligated balances under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

In plain English (AI summary)

This legislation directs the federal government to cancel and reclaim funding that was previously allocated but has not yet been spent or committed to specific projects under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. By rescinding these unobligated balances, the bill effectively returns unused taxpayer money to the general treasury. For local residents in Arlington, the primary effect of this move is a reduction in total federal deficit spending. While the policy aims to improve fiscal responsibility, it also means that any local infrastructure, community, or economic programs that were tentatively slated to receive these leftover funds will no longer have access to them. The government intends for this measure to tighten budgetary oversight and prevent the accumulation of stagnant, unspent federal appropriations.

Roll-call votes

On the Amendment S.Amdt. 5763 to S.Amdt. 5453 to S. 2 (No short title on file)
Jun 5, 2026 · U.S. Senate · Amendment Rejected
46 – 53 · 1 other
Arlington delegation
Full roll call