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Congressional Budget Accountability: Pay Cuts and Supermajority Rule

This bill aims to compel Congress to pass balanced budgets. If Congress fails to do so, members' salaries could be withheld or reduced. Additionally, any tax increases will require a three-fifths supermajority vote, making it harder to impose new financial burdens on citizens.
Key points
Withholding or reducing Congressional members' salaries for failing to adopt a balanced budget.
Requiring a three-fifths supermajority vote in Congress for any bill that increases revenue.
A balanced budget is defined as total outlays not exceeding total receipts and not more than 18% of projected GDP.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_48
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2021-01-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Balanced Budget Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_48.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Withholding or reducing Congressional members' salaries for failing to adopt a balanced budget.
  • Requiring a three-fifths supermajority vote in Congress for any bill that increases revenue.
  • A balanced budget is defined as total outlays not exceeding total receipts and not more than 18% of projected GDP.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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