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Pay Down the Debt: Unaccepted Federal Grants Reduce National Debt

This act aims to reduce the national debt. If state or local governments do not accept federal grants awarded to them, these funds will be directly used to pay down the country's debt. This means that unused public funds will not be wasted but will instead improve the overall financial situation of the nation, potentially leading to greater economic stability.
Key points
Unaccepted federal grants by state or local governments will be automatically redirected to reduce the national debt.
The goal is to manage taxpayer money more efficiently and decrease the country's overall debt.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2187
Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Process start date: 2025-06-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pay Down the Debt Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2187.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unaccepted federal grants by state or local governments will be automatically redirected to reduce the national debt.
  • The goal is to manage taxpayer money more efficiently and decrease the country's overall debt.
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 Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY].

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 2025-12-23.

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Economy Public Investments Local Government