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Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States total outstanding national debt in the House Chamber.
12/30/2022, 4:33 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 921
Bill 117 H.Res. 921, titled "Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States total outstanding national debt in the House Chamber," was introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to require the Clerk of the House of Representatives to install a real-time display in the House Chamber that shows the current total outstanding national debt of the United States.
The bill aims to increase transparency and awareness among members of Congress and the public about the country's growing national debt. By having a constant visual reminder of the national debt in the House Chamber, lawmakers will be reminded of the importance of fiscal responsibility and the need to address the nation's debt crisis.
If passed, this bill would require the Clerk of the House of Representatives to ensure that the real-time display is prominently placed in the House Chamber and easily visible to all members of Congress and visitors. This display would show the current total outstanding national debt, which is the amount of money that the federal government owes to its creditors. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 921 seeks to promote accountability and awareness regarding the United States' national debt by providing a constant reminder to lawmakers of the country's financial obligations.
The bill aims to increase transparency and awareness among members of Congress and the public about the country's growing national debt. By having a constant visual reminder of the national debt in the House Chamber, lawmakers will be reminded of the importance of fiscal responsibility and the need to address the nation's debt crisis.
If passed, this bill would require the Clerk of the House of Representatives to ensure that the real-time display is prominently placed in the House Chamber and easily visible to all members of Congress and visitors. This display would show the current total outstanding national debt, which is the amount of money that the federal government owes to its creditors. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 921 seeks to promote accountability and awareness regarding the United States' national debt by providing a constant reminder to lawmakers of the country's financial obligations.
Congressional Summary of HRES 921
This resolution requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place in the House Chamber a real-time display of the outstanding national debt.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 921
Bill HRES 921 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2022. Bill HRES 921 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2022. Bill HRES 921's most recent activity was ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Norman sked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H. Res. 921, a resolution originally introduced by Representative Hagedorn, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection. as of June 8, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 921
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
46Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
46Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 921
Primary Policy Focus
CongressPotential Impact Areas
- Budget deficits and national debt
- Congressional officers and employees
- House of Representatives
- U.S. Capitol
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 921
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States total outstanding national debt in the House Chamber.
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States total outstanding national debt in the House Chamber.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 921
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