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SJRES 97119th CongressIn Committee
A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Introduced: Nov 20, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH] (R-Ohio)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
S.J. Res. 97 proposes a balanced‑budget amendment requiring federal expenditures and receipts to be balanced, allowing limited emergency spending, and setting a 10‑year target for achieving balance.
Key Points
- 1Expenditures and receipts must be balanced, excluding debt payments and borrowing.
- 2Congress must achieve balance within 10 years of ratification.
- 3Emergency spending may exceed limits for a limited time if two‑thirds of each House approve.
- 4Debts incurred under emergency spending must be paid promptly.
- 5Ratification requires approval by three‑quarters of the states within seven years.
Impact Areas
Federal government and its agenciesCongressional budget committeesState legislaturesTaxpayers and the general public
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