HR 182
Default Prevention Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:39 AM
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Bill overview
The Default Prevention Act aims to address potential economic crises by establishing a framework for paying U.S. government obligations even if the debt limit is reached. It directs the Treasury Secretary to prioritize payments based on tiers, starting with essential obligations like Social Security and Medicare, and gradually reducing payments to lower-priority items such as executive branch travel and Congressional compensation. The bill requires weekly reporting to Congress on debt issuance and payment status, ensuring transparency during periods of potential financial instability.
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