HJRES. 17In Committee
Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
A constitutional balanced budget amendment barring annual federal spending above receipts unless two thirds of each chamber approve the excess
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.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedBudget deficits and national debtBudget processConstitution and constitutional amendmentsEconomics and Public FinanceLegislative rules and procedurePresidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents