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H.RES.826: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should retain its authority to borrow money on the credit of the United States and not cede this power to the President.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about economics and public finance
- Introduced Dec. 5, 2012
- Latest Major Action Dec. 5, 2012
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should retain its authority vested in the U.S. Constitution to borrow money on the credit of the United States and not provide the executive branch with exclusive power to issue debt on behalf of the federal government.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Dec. 5, 2012 |
Introduced in the House by John Fleming (R-La.) |