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House roll call 95, Mar 18, 2026

H.J.Res. 139: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring a balanced budget for the Federal Government.

Vote to pass it under the fast-track rule, which needs two-thirds.

The official question: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

Failed211 yes, 207 no, 0 present, 14 did not voteNeeded two-thirds

Official record from the House Clerk

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Yes 211

No 207

Did not vote 14