Provides background on impoundment, the withholding or delay by the President of spending of appropriated funds; discusses P.L. 104-130, the Line Item Veto Act; and reviews expanded rescission proposals as alternatives to the line item veto. Examines developments during the 105th Congress, including court challenges, use of the line item veto, and consideration of alternatives. Summarizes recent legislative activities.
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