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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government.
3/19/2026, 8:14 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 139
The bill, designated as H.J.Res. 139 in the 119th Congress, proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would mandate a balanced budget for the Federal Government. Introduced on January 9, 2026, the bill aims to enforce fiscal responsibility by requiring that the government's expenditures do not exceed its revenue. The primary directive of this bill is to ensure financial stability and accountability by compelling the government to operate within its means. Further details on specific provisions or mechanisms to achieve this balanced budget requirement are not provided in the available context.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 139
Bill HJRES 139 is currently in the status of Failed in House since March 18, 2026. Bill HJRES 139 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2026. Bill HJRES 139's most recent activity was On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 211 - 207 (Roll no. 95). as of March 18, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 139
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 139
Primary Policy Focus
Economics and Public FinanceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 139
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government.
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