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HJ.Res. 9 · 118th Congress

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States prohibiting the United States Government from increasing its debt except for a specific purpose by law adopted by three-fourths of the membership of each House of Congress.

# Plain Language Summary: Constitutional Amendment on Federal Debt This proposed amendment would fundamentally change how the federal government can borrow money. Right now, Congress can increase the national debt whenever it votes to do so—it's a routine part of how government operates. This amendment would make t…

Introduced
2023-01-09
Policy area
Economics and Public Finance
Latest action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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