Sustainable Budget Act of 2025
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
The Sustainable Budget Act of 2025 establishes a National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform tasked with identifying policies to balance the budget (excluding interest payments) within 10 years and improve the long-term fiscal outlook, including addressing entitlement spending and revenue gaps. Congress is required to consider the Commission’s recommendations using expedited legislative procedures, and the President must transmit a proposed joint resolution for implementation. This bill aims to address long-term fiscal challenges through a dedicated commission and a streamlined legislative process.
Key provisions
- Establishes the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform.
- Requires the Commission to propose a balanced budget (excluding debt interest) by 2035 and long-term fiscal improvements.
- Mandates expedited legislative consideration of the Commission’s recommendations.
- Specifies the composition of the Commission, with diverse representation from the executive and legislative branches.
- Requires the submission of a final report within one year of member appointment.
- Outlines procedures for the President to transmit a joint resolution for implementation.
- Establishes a process for Congress to consider and potentially enact the Commission’s recommendations.
- Provides for the Commission to secure information from Federal agencies.
Who is affected
- Congress
- The Executive Branch
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