Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act
Sponsored by Barrasso, John (Republican-WY) · Senate · Introduced Mar 24, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would require that whenever Congress raises or suspends the federal debt limit, it must simultaneously approve spending cuts equal in dollar amount over the following 10 years. The intent is to offset any increase in borrowing authority with equivalent reductions in federal spending.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
Mar 24, 2026
In Committee
Mar 24, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Barrasso, John
Independent · WY
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