HR 364 · 101th Congress · Economics and Public Finance

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide that appropriations made by the United States shall not exceed its revenues, except in time of war or national emergency; and to provide for the systematic paying back of the national debt.

Introduced 1989-01-03· Sponsored by Rep. Shumway, Norman D. [R-CA-14]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: For Further Action See H.J.Res.268.(1990-07-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits total fiscal year appropriations from exceeding estimated revenues. Authorizes the Congress to suspend this prohibition in time of war or national emergency. Prohibits any increase in the national debt as it exists on the ratification date. Establishes a schedule for its repayment.…

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