Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that two consecutive quarters of negative growth in gross domestic product, as reported by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, constitutes a recession.

Bill 117 H.Res. 1290, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that two consecutive quarters of negative growth in gross domestic product, as reported by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, constitutes a recession," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to officially recognize and acknowledge that when the Bureau of Economic Analysis reports two consecutive quarters of negative growth in the gross domestic product (GDP) of the United States, it signifies the occurrence of a recession. This resolution aims to establish a clear and objective definition of a recession based on economic indicators.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of monitoring and analyzing economic data, particularly GDP growth, to accurately assess the state of the economy. By defining a recession as two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth, policymakers and the public can better understand and respond to economic downturns. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1290 seeks to provide clarity and guidance on how to identify and interpret recessions based on objective economic data, ultimately helping to inform decision-making and policy responses to economic challenges.