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Proposed Federal Budget for 2026–2035

Original title: A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.

April 21, 2026

federal budgetnational debtfiscal policynational defenseinternational affairs

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Last action
Committee on the Budget. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.May 20, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution establishes the spending and debt ceilings that guide all subsequent federal appropriations, directly impacting the total amount of money the government can borrow and spend on public services over the next decade.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Federal Agencies

Agencies are subject to the spending limits and budget authority levels defined in this resolution.

Taxpayers

Taxpayers are affected by the aggregate revenue targets and the resulting national debt levels established by the resolution.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This resolution outlines the proposed federal budget framework for fiscal year 2026 and establishes spending and revenue targets through 2035. It sets specific limits on federal deficits, public debt, and spending across major categories like national defense and international affairs.

Key Facts

  • The resolution sets federal revenue targets starting at $4.24 trillion in 2026, rising to $6.08 trillion by 2035.
  • Total new budget authority is set at $5.40 trillion for 2026, increasing to $6.77 trillion by 2035.
  • The projected federal deficit is set at $1.27 trillion for 2026, with fluctuations reaching $601.7 billion by 2035.
  • The total public debt is projected to grow from $39.16 trillion in 2026 to $49.86 trillion by 2035.
  • Debt held by the public is projected to rise from $31.68 trillion in 2026 to $42.43 trillion by 2035.
  • National Defense spending authority is set at $934.14 billion for 2026, increasing to $1.20 trillion by 2035.
  • International Affairs spending authority is set at $46.75 billion for 2026, increasing to $57.10 billion by 2030.
  • The resolution includes a 'deficit-neutral reserve fund' for reforms related to 'Operation Metro Surge'.
  • The resolution establishes reconciliation procedures for both the House and the Senate to expedite budget-related legislation.

Why It Matters

This resolution establishes the spending and debt ceilings that guide all subsequent federal appropriations, directly impacting the total amount of money the government can borrow and spend on public services over the next decade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this bill change tax rates?
The resolution sets aggregate revenue levels but does not explicitly change tax rates; the 'amounts by which the aggregate levels of Federal revenues should be changed' are listed as $0 for all years.
What is a 'concurrent resolution' on the budget?
It is a legislative tool used by Congress to set overall spending and revenue targets, which serves as a blueprint for subsequent appropriations bills.

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Voting Record

Outcome not reportedhouse4/29/2026voteview

Total

420

Yes

213

No

207

Present

0

Not Voting

0

Abstain

0

Outcome not reportedsenate4/23/2026voteview

Total

97

Yes

49

No

48

Present

0

Not Voting

0

Abstain

0

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Operation Metro Surge

The inclusion of a specific reserve fund for 'Operation Metro Surge' suggests a targeted policy or security initiative that is being prioritized in the 2026 budget cycle.

Operation Metro Surge

Connected Entities

personMr. Graham“Senator who submitted the concurrent resolution.”Map →
otherOperation Metro Surge“A specific government operation referenced in the context of potential future re”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.congress.gov

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  • Controversy60
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  • Entertainment10
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