Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security.

4/25/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution recognizes that the national debt is a threat to national security and that deficits are unsustainable, irresponsible, and dangerous. It also commits to (1) restoring regular order to the appropriations process, and (2) addressing the fiscal crisis faced by the United States.

Bill 118 H.Res. 190, also known as Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the growing national debt of the United States as a significant threat to the country's national security.

The resolution highlights the fact that the national debt has reached unprecedented levels, surpassing $28 trillion as of the introduction of the bill. It emphasizes that this massive debt not only poses a threat to the country's economic stability but also undermines its ability to effectively address national security challenges.

The resolution calls for increased awareness and action to address the national debt, urging Congress to prioritize fiscal responsibility and take steps to reduce the debt burden on future generations. It also emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation in finding solutions to this pressing issue. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 190 serves as a wake-up call to the US government and the American people about the urgent need to address the national debt as a critical national security threat. It underscores the importance of fiscal responsibility and cooperation in ensuring the long-term security and prosperity of the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 190

Introduced on
2023-03-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes that the national debt is a threat to national security and that deficits are unsustainable, irresponsible, and dangerous. It also commits to (1) restoring regular order to the appropriations process, and (2) addressing the fiscal crisis faced by the United States.

Bill 118 H.Res. 190, also known as Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge the growing national debt of the United States as a significant threat to the country's national security.

The resolution highlights the fact that the national debt has reached unprecedented levels, surpassing $28 trillion as of the introduction of the bill. It emphasizes that this massive debt not only poses a threat to the country's economic stability but also undermines its ability to effectively address national security challenges.

The resolution calls for increased awareness and action to address the national debt, urging Congress to prioritize fiscal responsibility and take steps to reduce the debt burden on future generations. It also emphasizes the importance of bipartisan cooperation in finding solutions to this pressing issue. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 190 serves as a wake-up call to the US government and the American people about the urgent need to address the national debt as a critical national security threat. It underscores the importance of fiscal responsibility and cooperation in ensuring the long-term security and prosperity of the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the national debt as a threat to national security.

Policy Areas
Economics and Public Finance

Potential Impact
Budget deficits and national debt

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Latest Summary3/15/2023

This resolution recognizes that the national debt is a threat to national security and that deficits are unsustainable, irresponsible, and dangerous. It also commits to (1) restoring regular order to the appropriations process, and (2) addressing...


Latest Action3/1/2023
Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee...