Montana SJ4 seeks a convention of states to propose a balanced federal budget amendment.
Montana SJ4 is a joint resolution applying for a convention of states to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution requiring a balanced federal budget. The resolution cites the national debt exceeding $36 trillion and annual deficits over $2 trillion as reasons for this amendment. The Secretary of State is directed to send copies of this application to federal and state officials. This application remains active until two-thirds of states agree.
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