Bills/H.J.Res. 112

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States related to the public debt.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States related to the public debt.

In CommitteeEconomyHouseHouse Joint Resolution · 119th Congress
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Plain Language Summary

# Summary of HJRES 112 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill proposes a constitutional amendment related to how the federal government handles public debt. While the specific details aren't provided in the information available, constitutional amendment proposals typically aim to change fundamental rules about government borrowing, spending limits, or debt management. To become law, such an amendment would need to pass both the House and Senate with a two-thirds majority in each chamber, then be ratified by at least 38 state legislatures. **Who It Affects:** A debt-related constitutional amendment would potentially affect all Americans, as it could reshape how the federal government finances its operations, sets budgets, and manages long-term financial obligations. It could impact everything from Social Security and Medicare to military spending and infrastructure programs. **Current Status:** The bill (HJRES 112) is currently in committee, meaning it's under review and has not yet been brought to a full vote in Congress.

It was introduced by Representative Eric Burlison, a Republican from Missouri. At this early stage, the proposal remains in the initial legislative process. *Note: The bill summary provided doesn't include the amendment's specific language, so the exact provisions cannot be detailed here. You may want to review the full text on Congress.gov for complete details.*.

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Latest Action

August 15, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Key Dates

Introduced
August 15, 2025
Last Updated
August 15, 2025
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