legislation: 104-sjres-12

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104-sjres-12 104 sjres 12 A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Economics and Public Finance 1995-01-04 1995-01-04 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Gramm, Phil [R-TX] TX R G000365 0 Constitutional Amendment - Requires the Congress, prior to each fiscal year, to adopt a statement in which total Federal outlays do not exceed total receipts, unless a three-fifths vote of both Houses authorizes a specific excess. Prohibits a bill to increase receipts from becoming law unless approved by a three-fifths majority in each House. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget. Sets a permanent limit on the amount of Federal public debt, prohibiting any increase unless legislation enacted by a three-fifths majority of both Houses becomes law. Requires roll call votes in the House and Senate under this amendment. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  

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