HJRES 110 · 97th Congress · Economics and Public Finance
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide that appropriations made by the Congress shall not exceed the revenues of the United States, except in time of war or national emergency, and to provide for the systematic repayment of the debt of the United States.
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: See H.J.Res.350.(1982-08-18)
Plain Language Summary
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Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits the total appropriations of Congress from exceeding estimated revenues. Authorizes the suspension of such prohibition in time of war or national emergency. Prohibits any increase in the national debt as it exists on the date this article is ratified. Sets forth a schedule for repayment of the national debt.…
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