Balanced Budget Amendment Fails

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The U.S. House rejected a move to create a balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The measure failed in a 261 – 165 vote on Friday.

Rep. Mazie Hirono was among those who voted against the proposal. 

“This is more than tightening our belt, this is a vice grip – and Hawaii’s seniors, veterans and families would be trapped in it,” Hirono said in a statement released by her office. “This isn’t what people in Hawaii want.”

Rep. Colleen Hanabusa also voted “no,” her spokeswoman told DC808.

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