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S.J.Res. 41 (103rd)

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require a balanced budget.

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Introduced

4 February 1993

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Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 63-37. Record Vote No: 48.

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10 August 2026

Summary

Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits in any fiscal year total Federal outlays from exceeding total receipts, unless a three-fifths roll call vote of both Houses of Congress authorizes a specific excess. Prohibits any increases in the public debt unless a three-fifths roll call vote of both Houses enacts legislation permitting otherwise. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to the Congress. Permits any revenue-increasing bill to become law only if approved by a majority of the whole number of each House by roll call vote. Waives these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect.

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