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Default Prevention Act: Prioritizing Government Debt Payments

This act outlines which government payments take precedence if the debt limit is reached. It aims to ensure that critical obligations like pensions, healthcare benefits, and defense are paid first, minimizing the impact on citizens' daily lives during a financial crisis.
Key points
Payments for public debt, pensions, and healthcare (Medicare) are given the highest priority.
Defense spending and veterans' benefits are next in line for payments.
Salaries for most federal employees and members of Congress are paid last, after other obligations are met.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_182
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
Process start date: 2025-01-03