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H J Res 122 - Budget Balancing - National Key Vote

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NOTE: THIS VOTE PASSED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT, MEANING NO MEMBER OBJECTED TO THE PASSAGE OF THE VOTE. THIS DOES NOT NECESSARILY INDICATE THAT ALL MEMBERS FAVORED THE VOTE'S OUTCOME.

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Title: Budget Balancing

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a joint resolution that continues to fund government departments at the current rate until December 5, 1995 or until appropriation legislation is passed, whichever occurs first.

Highlights:

  • States that the President and Congress should enact "balanced budget" legislation by the start of fiscal year 2002, using data assumptions from the Congressional Budget Office.
  • Prohibits departments from funding new projects or activities that were not previously authorized by Congress.
  • Permits the funding of ongoing projects that have been approved by only one Chamber.

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Title: Continuing Appropriation Bill

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a joint resolution that continues to fund government departments at the current rate until December 5, 1995 or until appropriation legislation is passed, whichever occurs first.

Highlights:

  • States that the President and Congress should enact "balanced budget" legislation by the start of fiscal year 2002, using data assumptions from the Congressional Budget Office.
  • Prohibits departments from funding new projects or activities that were not previously authorized by Congress.
  • Permits the funding of ongoing projects that have been approved by only one Chamber.

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