rescission

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Treasury Department approval isn’t permanent, but is subject to rescission “if the Secretary determines that the regulatory regime of such foreign country is no longer comparable to the requirements established under this Act.”

From Barron's

He helped persuade Republicans in Congress to cancel $9 billion in previously approved foreign aid and public broadcasting support, a process known as “rescission.”

From Los Angeles Times

Corrections & Amplifications: The $9 billion in rescission bills passed Congress in July.

From Barron's

A “pocket rescission” is distinct from the usual rescission process, which requires congressional approval within 45 days.

From Salon

In total, the rescission would apply to nearly 45 million acres of the nearly 60 million acres of inventoried roadless areas within the National Forest system, she said.

From Los Angeles Times