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Setting Federal Discretionary Spending Limits for Fiscal Years 2026-2029.

This bill establishes fixed, annual limits on the federal government's discretionary spending—the funds Congress must approve yearly—for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. This means Congress will have a predetermined maximum amount it can allocate to most government programs, such as defense, education, and infrastructure. The goal is to control the national debt and enforce fiscal discipline, which could affect the funding levels of public services.
Key points
Establishes maximum federal spending ceilings for four fiscal years, starting in 2026.
The limits apply to discretionary spending, which funds most day-to-day operations of the government and federal agencies.
Setting these caps aims to curb the growth of the national debt but may necessitate cuts in certain public programs.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Enforce the Caps Act
Print number: HR 4178
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2025-06-26