Joint resolution calling for convention of the states to require a balanced budget

Montana's SJ 4 is a state legislative resolution applying to Congress for a "convention of the states" under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. It seeks to propose a constitutional amendment requiring the federal government to balance its budget annually (excluding emergencies), meaning total federal spending must not exceed estimated revenues each year. The resolution states Montana's application remains active until two-thirds of states support the same amendment. This is a procedural request - not a law - and the bill died in committee after missing deadlines in 2025, with no direct impact on current federal budgeting.