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Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security.

8/20/2025, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 631

The bill "Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security" was introduced in the 119th Congress on August 5, 2025. The bill, designated as H.Res. 631, aims to highlight the national debt as a national security concern. Specific provisions within the bill likely outline the implications of the national debt on security and may suggest directives or actions to address this issue. For more detailed information on the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hres631/BILLS-119hres631ih.pdf.

Congressional Summary of HRES 631

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.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 631

Bill HRES 631 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 5, 2025. Bill HRES 631 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 5, 2025.  Bill HRES 631's most recent activity was 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 concerned. as of August 5, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 631

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
20
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 631

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 631

Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security.
Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security.

Comments

Angel Gilbert profile image

Angel Gilbert

725

7 months ago

I think this bill is important because it recognizes the national debt as a threat to national security. It's good that they are taking steps to address this issue. Who benefits from this bill?

Ashton Rankin profile image

Ashton Rankin

646

6 months ago

This bill is a joke! It's just another way for the government to control us and take away our freedoms. They're always trying to scare us into giving up more of our hard-earned money. It's ridiculous! We need to stand up against this kind of tyranny before it's too late. This bill is just a way for them to justify more spending and more debt. It's a slippery slope that will only lead to more government control and less personal freedom. We need to fight back and protect our rights! #StandUpForFreedom #NoToHRESBill631

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 631

Andy Biggs
Andy Biggs
ArizonaRepublican
Daniel Webster
Daniel Webster
FloridaRepublican
Dan Newhouse
Dan Newhouse
WashingtonRepublican
Paul A. Gosar
Paul A. Gosar
ArizonaRepublican
Byron Donalds
Byron Donalds
FloridaRepublican
Clay Higgins
Clay Higgins
LouisianaRepublican

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