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Proposed Constitutional Amendment: Government Balanced Budget Requirement

This proposed constitutional amendment aims to ensure that government spending does not exceed its income in any given fiscal year. This means the government would need to manage finances more responsibly, potentially leading to greater economic stability and reduced national debt, impacting future generations.
Key points
Government spending cannot exceed income unless two-thirds of Congress approves an exception.
The President must propose a budget where spending does not exceed income.
These rules can be waived during war, national emergency, or natural disaster.
The changes will take effect five years after ratification by the states.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HJRES_6
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide for balanced budgets for the Government.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HJRES_6.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government spending cannot exceed income unless two-thirds of Congress approves an exception.
  • The President must propose a budget where spending does not exceed income.
  • These rules can be waived during war, national emergency, or natural disaster.
  • The changes will take effect five years after ratification by the states.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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