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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 4012Congress

Fiscal Commission Act

INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5

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Voters should care about this bill because it aims to tackle the significant issue of the national debt and the long-term financial stability of critical federal programs. If the bill becomes law and the commission is successful, it could lead to concrete legislative proposals designed to put the country on a more sustainable financial path, potentially impacting taxes, government spending, and benefits for decades to come. This could mean a more stable economy, but also potentially difficult choices about popular programs.

If this bill doesn't become law, the existing trajectory of national debt and potential solvency issues for programs like Social Security and Medicare would likely continue without a dedicated, bipartisan effort focused solely on these issues. This could lead to a less structured approach to fiscal challenges and potentially greater uncertainty about the nation's financial future, leaving these complex problems for future Congresses to address without a pre-negotiated, bipartisan framework.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Establishes a bipartisan Fiscal Commission within Congress composed of members of both political parties and outside experts.

This creates a dedicated body specifically tasked with addressing the nation's fiscal challenges with a requirement for bipartisan agreement.

PROVISION 02

Requires the commission to propose policies to reduce the federal debt and deficit, aiming for public debt no more than 100% of GDP by 2039 and 75-year solvency for trust funds.

This sets specific, measurable goals for improving the government's long-term financial health and addressing critical program sustainability.

PROVISION 03

Mandates the commission to educate the public about the nation's fiscal health and the risks posed by the national debt.

This ensures transparency and aims to build public understanding and support for potential fiscal reforms.

PROVISION 04

Requires the commission's final report and legislative language to be approved by a majority vote, including at least two Republican and two Democratic members.

This provision is designed to ensure any proposed solutions have significant bipartisan support before moving to Congress.

PROVISION 05

Sets a timeframe for the commission to vote on and submit its final report and legislative recommendations between November 4 and November 13, 2026.

This creates a deadline for the commission to produce its actionable proposals, ensuring a timely effort.

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2 EVENTS

MAR 5

Introduced in Senate

INTROREFERRAL

MAR 5

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 4012

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedMar 5, 2026

Last actionMar 5, 2026

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026

Senate BillS 4012Congress

Fiscal Commission Act

INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2026

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20 min

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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS

STEP 2 OF 8

Introduced

In Committee

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Passed Senate

Passed House

Conference

To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed Senate
Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Establishes a bipartisan Fiscal Commission within Congress composed of members of both political parties and outside experts.

This creates a dedicated body specifically tasked with addressing the nation's fiscal challenges with a requirement for bipartisan agreement.

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Requires the commission to propose policies to reduce the federal debt and deficit, aiming for public debt no more than 100% of GDP by 2039 and 75-year solvency for trust funds.

This sets specific, measurable goals for improving the government's long-term financial health and addressing critical program sustainability.

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Mandates the commission to educate the public about the nation's fiscal health and the risks posed by the national debt.

This ensures transparency and aims to build public understanding and support for potential fiscal reforms.

high

Requires the commission's final report and legislative language to be approved by a majority vote, including at least two Republican and two Democratic members.

This provision is designed to ensure any proposed solutions have significant bipartisan support before moving to Congress.

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Sets a timeframe for the commission to vote on and submit its final report and legislative recommendations between November 4 and November 13, 2026.

This creates a deadline for the commission to produce its actionable proposals, ensuring a timely effort.

DEADLINES & DATES

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60 days after the date of enactment of this Act

Fiscal Commission is established.

Not later than 60 days after the date the Commission is established

Committees of the Senate and House may transmit recommendations to the Fiscal Commission.

Not earlier than November 4, 2026, and not later than November 13, 2026

Fiscal Commission meets to consider and vote on a final report and legislative language.

Not more than 24 hours after approval or disapproval (or after additional views are filed)

Fiscal Commission makes the report, legislative language, and vote record available to the public.

GLOSSARY

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Co-chair: An individual appointed to share leadership of the Fiscal Commission.
Direct spending: Government spending that does not require annual approval by Congress, such as Social Security and Medicare benefits, also known as mandatory spending.
Discretionary appropriations: Government spending that Congress must approve annually through appropriation bills, such as defense, education, and environmental protection.
Fiscal Commission: A special group established by this bill within Congress to study the nation's finances and propose ways to improve them.
Implementing bill: A specific bill or resolution containing only the legislative changes approved by the Fiscal Commission, intended to carry out its recommendations.
Outside expert: An individual who is not an elected official or a government employee at either the federal or state level, providing independent expertise to the commission.
Trust funds: Accounts used to fund specific government programs, such as Social Security or Medicare, typically financed by dedicated taxes.

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2 EVENTS

MAR 5

Introduced in Senate

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MAR 5

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.

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