The Hill News

This week, for the first time in 16 years, the U.S. House of Representatives will vote on a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.  This represents a historic opportunity to put an end to Washington's out-of-control spending spree and helps ensure the long-term financial security of our children and grandchildren.
 
While it is unfortunate we have reached this point, the evidence is clear that the only way to stop Congress and the President from spending money we don’t have is through a constitutional mandate.
 
The federal government borrows $188 million every hour of every day of the year.  It is more obvious than ever that Washington has proven incapable of making the tough choices necessary to rein in spending and reduce the federal deficit.

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