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US SJRes26

US SJRes26
A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the President's exercise of authority to suspend the debt limit, as submitted under section 1002(b) of the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2014 on October 17, 2013.


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113th Congress

Bill Summary

A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the President's exercise of authority to suspend the debt limit, as submitted under section 1002(b) of the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2014 on October 17, 2013.

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution expresses Congress's disapproval of the President's action to suspend the debt limit, which is the maximum amount of money the U.S. government is allowed to borrow. This action was taken under a specific provision, section 1002(b), of the Continuing Appropriations Act of 2014, a law that provides funding to keep the government operating. Essentially, Congress is stating that it disagrees with the President's decision to temporarily lift the borrowing cap.

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Last Action

Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 54. Record Vote Number: 220. (on 10/29/2013)

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