HR-2811 : Still Just a Bill

Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023

This bill increases the federal debt limit and decreases spending. It also repeals several energy tax credits, modifies the permitting process and other requirements for energy projects, expands work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other programs, and nullifies regulations for the cancellation of federal student loan debt.

Specifically, the bill

  • suspends the debt limit through March 31, 2024, or until the debt increases by $1.5 trillion, whichever occurs first;
  • establishes discretionary spending limits for FY2024-FY2033 that include decreases in discretionary spending;
  • rescinds certain unobligated funds that were provided to address COVID-19 and to the Internal Revenue Service;
  • nullifies certain executive actions and regulations for cancelling federal student loan debt and implementing an income-driven repayment plan for student loans;
  • repeals or modifies tax credits for renewable and clean energy, energy efficient property, alternative fuels, and electric vehicles;
  • establishes new work requirements for Medicaid and expands the work requirements for SNAP and the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program; and
  • requires major federal rules (e.g., rules likely to result in an annual economic effect of at least $100 million) to be approved by Congress before they take effect.

The bill also includes various provisions related to the development of energy resources such as oil, natural gas, and minerals. For example, the bill requires additional federal oil and gas leasing, reduces or eliminates certain royalties and fees, and expedites the permitting process for various energy projects.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2023-05-04CommitteeCommittee on the Budget. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 118-76.Senate
2023-05-02CalendarsRead the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 41.Senate
2023-05-01CalendarsReceived in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.Senate
2023-04-26FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
2023-04-26VoteOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 215 (Roll no. 199). (text: CR H1979-2012)House floor actions
2023-04-26VoteOn motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 221 (Roll no. 198).House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorThe previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorMr. Ryan moved to recommit to the Committee on Ways and Means. (text: CR H2037)House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorThe previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with two hours of debate on H.R. 2811.House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorRule provides for consideration of H.R. 2811 and H.J. Res. 39. Resolution provides for two hours of general debate on H.R. 2811 and one hour of general debate on H.J. Res. 39. The previous question is considered as ordered with one motion to recommit allowed on each measure.House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorConsidered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 327. (consideration: CR H1979-2038)House floor actions
2023-04-26FloorRules Committee Resolution H. Res. 327 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2811 and H.J. Res. 39. Resolution provides for two hours of general debate on H.R. 2811 and one hour of general debate on H.J. Res. 39. The previous question is considered as ordered with one motion to recommit allowed on each measure.House floor actions
2023-04-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.House committee actions
2023-04-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.House committee actions
2023-04-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.House committee actions
2023-04-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.House committee actions
2023-04-26CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.House committee actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralReferred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Budget, Appropriations, Oversight and Accountability, Education and the Workforce, Agriculture, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Rules, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.House floor actions
2023-04-25IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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