What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4988.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-10.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr4988/BILLS-117hr4988ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4988

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Budget Rule Change: No Deficit Increase from Reconciliation Bills

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Changes a key rule for how Congress makes budgets. Requires certain budget decisions to not increase the national debt. Aims to limit adding to the deficit through a specific legislative process.

This bill changes how Congress plans the nation's finances. It adds a rule that says certain budget actions cannot make the national debt bigger over the years covered by the plan. This means future laws passed using this method must be balanced to avoid adding to the deficit.

Key points

Changes a key rule for how Congress makes budgets.

Requires certain budget decisions to not increase the national debt.

Aims to limit adding to the deficit through a specific legislative process.

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Additional Information

To amend the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to establish that reconciliation directives in a budget resolution may not cause a net increase in the deficit for the period of fiscal years covered by that resolution.

Print number: HR 4988

Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]

Process start date: 2021-08-10

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