Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

HJRES 80 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring the federal government to balance its budget over time, meaning annual spending must equal revenue (excluding debt payments and borrowing) within ten years of ratification. It directly affects Congress and the executive branch by mandating budgetary balance, with exceptions only for emergencies approved by a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate. During emergencies, temporary spending above revenue would be allowed but must be repaid quickly. This change would require ratification by 3/4 of state legislatures within seven years to take effect.