Bills · HCONRES 14
RESOLVING DIFFERENCES· 119TH CONGRESS
House Concurrent Res.HCONRES 14House of RepresentativesBudget process
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
INTRO FEB 18· LAST ACTION MAY 20
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it lays out the financial priorities and overall fiscal direction Congress intends to take for the next decade. While it doesn't immediately change laws or allocate money, it acts as a critical roadmap for future legislation. If this budget is enacted, it would guide committees in writing bills that could cut taxes by $150 billion annually and reduce spending by over $2 trillion in total, potentially impacting everything from defense spending to social programs.
Voters should care because this resolution influences the size of their tax bills, the availability and funding of public services, the national debt, and the overall economic landscape. If these proposed cuts and tax changes become law, they could significantly alter how the government operates and how much it collects from citizens, contrasting sharply with a scenario where different budgetary levels or policies are pursued.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Sets recommended overall federal revenue levels, with an annual reduction of $150 billion for each fiscal year from 2025 through 2034.
This provision signals an intent to decrease taxes or other government income, which could have significant impacts on individuals and businesses.
PROVISION 02
Establishes appropriate levels for total new budget authority and total budget outlays for fiscal years 2025 through 2034.
These targets define the upper limits for government spending, guiding future appropriations and potential program cuts.
PROVISION 03
Includes instructions for 'reconciliation' in both the House and Senate to facilitate the passage of legislation conforming to these budget levels.
Reconciliation is a powerful tool that allows budget-related legislation to pass with a simple majority in the Senate, bypassing the filibuster and making it easier to enact significant changes.
PROVISION 04
Creates a 'Spending reduction reserve fund' with the goal of saving more than $2 trillion over the budget window.
This provision sets an explicit and significant goal for reducing government spending, indicating areas where future cuts are intended.
PROVISION 05
Determines appropriate budget levels for major functional categories like National Defense and International Affairs for fiscal years 2025 through 2034.
This allocates specific spending priorities and limits across different sectors of government operations, influencing funding for various agencies and programs.
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Star Print ordered on the reported concurrent resolution.
APR 10
Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the House resumed consideration of H. Con. Res. 14. (consideration: CR H1579-1580)
APR 10
Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 214 (Roll no. 100).
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On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 214 (Roll no. 100). (text: 4/9/2025 CR H1533-1540)
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Concurrent Resolution
NumberHCONRES 14
Congress119th
StatusResolving Differences
IntroducedFeb 18, 2025
Last actionMay 20, 2025
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RESOLVING DIFFERENCES· 119TH CONGRESS · BUDGET COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 18, 2025
House Concurrent Res.HCONRES 14House of RepresentativesBudget process
Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
INTRODUCED FEB 18, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 20, 2025
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