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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government.

2/4/2026, 9:07 AM

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.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 139

Bill HJRES 139 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 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 Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 10. as of February 3, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 139

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 139

Primary Policy Focus

Economics and Public Finance

Alternate 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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