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End the Debt Ceiling: Eliminating the Threat of US Default.

This law completely abolishes the federal debt limit, also known as the debt ceiling. This means the U.S. government can continue borrowing money to cover already approved expenditures (like Social Security and salaries) without needing periodic Congressional approval to raise the limit. The primary goal is to remove the risk of a national default and the associated economic crises, stabilizing citizens' personal finances.
Key points
The statutory limit defining the maximum amount of debt the U.S. government can incur is entirely repealed.
Eliminates recurring political and economic crises associated with the need to raise the debt ceiling.
Ensures continuous funding for federal obligations, such as social benefits and pensions, without the risk of delays caused by hitting the limit.
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Print number: 118_S_1190
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-04-19