HJRES. 17In Committee
Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
A constitutional balanced budget amendment barring annual federal spending above receipts unless two thirds of each chamber approve the excess
Key points
- Require a balanced presidential budget
- Prohibit excess annual outlays
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-13 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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