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RepublicanBill · S.Res. 654· Senate(119-SRES-654)

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should reduce and maintain the Federal unified budget deficit at or below 3 percent of gross domestic product.

Rep. Cramer
Age: 65 years
North Dakota
Introduced
3/20/2026
Last activity
3/20/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Budget. (text: CR S1444)
Sponsored by
Kevin Cramer
Cosponsors
Republican - 1Democrat - 1
Economics and Public Finance
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should reduce the Federal unified budget deficit to 3 percent of gross domestic product or less. It suggests this target be met as soon as possible and no later than the end of fiscal year 2030. After reaching this target, the resolution suggests pursuing a balanced Federal budget. It calls on the President to submit budgets that create a path toward this target. Additionally, it asks various Senate committees to recommend enforcement options and rule changes to ensure the target is met.

Yes· 3 of 14

  • Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+9

    The bill seeks to establish specific fiscal targets and enforcement mechanisms to ensure the government meets its budget goals.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?+8

    The resolution aims to reduce the deficit to 3 percent of GDP to stabilize the national debt.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+5

    The bill calls for a path toward a balanced budget, which necessitates controlling or reducing discretionary and direct spending.

The opposite

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?-2

    The emphasis on reducing the deficit may impact the funding of discretionary spending categories, which includes veteran support.

  • Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?-2

    The focus on reducing deficits and controlling spending could potentially lead to future cuts in discretionary programs like veteran support.