119th Congress · House bill · Last action Jan 13, 2025
H.J.Res. 17In CommitteeEconomics and Public Finance
Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Sponsor: Rep. Obernolte, Jay (R-CA)2 cosponsorsIntroduced Jan 13, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Weber, Randy K. Sr.TX-14
Franklin, ScottFL-18
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