Ron Johnson (R-WI)
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036.
A Republican resolution with no cosponsors
Last activity — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 550. (text: CR S4571-4577)
Cleared committee, waiting for its first floor vote
A committee approved it and it is on the calendar of the chamber it started in.
This is further than most bills get, and still no promise of a vote: the calendar is a queue, and the majority leadership decides what is called. A bill can sit here until the Congress ends.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- On Calendar
A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This resolution sets the official congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and lays out appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036. It establishes overall figures for federal revenues, budget authority, outlays, deficits, and the public debt over this ten-year period. Additionally, the text details recommended spending levels for various major functional categories, such as national defense, agriculture, and health. The measure provides specific reconciliation instructions directing various House and Senate committees to submit legislative changes that affect the deficit. Finally, it outlines budgetary reserve funds and rules regarding emergency requirements and administrative expense allocations.
Yes· 3 of 30
- Scored +9
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The budget allocates massive resources for Veterans Benefits and Services.
- Scored +8
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
Very high funding levels for Medicare and Social Security specifically benefit seniors.
- Scored +8
Would retired people be better off under this?
Substantial funding for Social Security and Medicare directly supports retirees.
The opposite· 3 of 4
- Scored -8
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?
The resolution projects a significant increase in public debt from $41.3 trillion in 2027 to $58.7 trillion by 2036.
- Scored -7
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill sets persistent annual deficits between $1.3 trillion and $1.6 trillion.
- Scored -7
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?
National Defense spending is projected to increase from $955 billion in 2027 to over $1.1 trillion by 2036.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Funding for Veterans: Section 1102(15) sets specific budget authority and outlay levels for Veterans Benefits and Services, providing dedicated resources that can directly benefit veterans and their families.
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Support for Education and Training: Section 1102(10) outlines funding for Education, Training, Employment, and Social Services, which directs federal resources toward supporting workforce development and educational programs for individuals.
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Disaster Relief Adjustments: Section 4007(a) allows the House Budget Committee chair to adjust budgetary levels for disaster relief, ensuring that communities impacted by natural disasters can receive necessary federal assistance under the Stafford Act.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Rising National Debt: Section 1101(5) projects the public debt to climb significantly, reaching over $58.7 trillion by fiscal year 2036, which places a heavy long-term financial burden on everyday Americans and future generations.
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Substantial Deficits: Section 1101(4) outlines ongoing multi-trillion-dollar deficits year after year, meaning the government plans to consistently spend significantly more money than it brings in through revenues.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The budget allocates massive resources for Veterans Benefits and Services. Would retired people be better off under this? — Substantial funding for Social Security and Medicare directly supports retirees. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Very high funding levels for Medicare and Social Security specifically benefit seniors. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — High spending on Income Security, Health, and Social Services targets low-income groups. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Funding for Health, Social Security, and disability redeterminations supports this group. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Funding for agriculture and wildfire suppression benefits rural communities. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Significant transportation and public transit funding benefits urban areas. Would farmers be better off under this? — Consistent budget authority is allocated for Agriculture. Would students be better off under this? — Increased funding for education and training supports students. Would children be better off under this? — Increased funding for education and social services supports childcare and schooling. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Broad funding for education and infrastructure provides general utility. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Funding for workforce development and education benefits young adults. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Broad public service funding provides general support.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — Section 4007 explicitly allows budgetary adjustments for disaster relief and wildfire suppression. Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — High levels of funding for Transportation support public transit infrastructure. Does this repair or build roads and bridges? — Transportation funding is projected to increase steadily, reaching $192 billion in outlays by 2036. Does this better protect public land such as parks and forests? — Significant funding is allocated for Natural Resources and Environment. Does this invest in rural communities? — Budget provides consistent funding for Agriculture and Natural Resources. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Allocates significant funding for Natural Resources and Environment.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill provides substantial and increasing funding for Veterans Benefits and Services. Does this put more money into Medicare, the health coverage for people over 65? — The budget allocates massive and increasing budget authority for Medicare, reaching nearly $2 trillion by 2036. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — High levels of funding for Health and Medicare categories support broad service access. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — Significant funding is allocated under the general Health functional category.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The resolution projects a significant increase in public debt from $41.3 trillion in 2027 to $58.7 trillion by 2036. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill sets persistent annual deficits between $1.3 trillion and $1.6 trillion. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — While it lists 'Government-Wide Savings', overall budget authority and outlays increase significantly over the ten-year period.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill allocates increasing funds for Education, Training, Employment, and Social Services. Does this put more money into scientific research? — Funding for General Science, Space, and Technology is projected to grow through 2036. Does this put more into space exploration? — Funding for the Science, Space, and Technology category is consistently allocated.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this strengthen Social Security? — The bill allocates specific and increasing budget authority for Social Security outlays through 2036. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Significant funding is allocated for Income Security and Social Services.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — Substantial funding is dedicated to Veterans Benefits and Services. Does this send more money or help to other countries? — International Affairs funding is projected to grow steadily from $60 billion to $76 billion. Does this reduce what is spent on the military? — National Defense spending is projected to increase from $955 billion in 2027 to over $1.1 trillion by 2036.
- 8/7/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget.
- Senate Committee on the Budget discharged pursuant to Section 300 of the Congressional Budget Act.
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 550. (text: CR S4571-4577)
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-SCONRES-39: A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036.
- 119-SCONRES-40: A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036.