We need to play our part in Congress to make sure this work does not go to waste. And the way we do that initially is by taking up and passing this rescissions package. Since Congress holds the power of the purse through the appropriations process. we have the power to rescind these funds when they're shown to be not appropriately expended or used. (09:58–10:03)
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Asserts that Congress has control over federal spending through the appropriations process.
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