Removing the Director of the Congressional Budget Office.
Summary
This document is a House Resolution (H. Res. 1006) introduced in the House of Representatives on January 15, 2026, seeking to remove the Director of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The resolution cites section 201(a)(4) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 as the legal basis for the removal. The resolution was submitted by Mr. Mills and referred to the Committee on the Budget.
Expected Effects
If passed, the resolution would immediately remove the current Director of the CBO. This could lead to changes in the CBO's analyses and reports, potentially influencing budget debates and legislative outcomes. The removal and subsequent appointment of a new director could shift the CBO's priorities and approach to economic forecasting.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially allows for a director more aligned with the current congressional priorities.
- Could lead to new perspectives and approaches in budget analysis.
- May improve the efficiency or responsiveness of the CBO to congressional requests.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could politicize the CBO, undermining its perceived objectivity.
- May disrupt the CBO's ongoing work and institutional knowledge.
- Could create uncertainty and instability in the budget process.
- Potentially reduces the CBO's independence, affecting the credibility of its reports.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution appears to align with the legislative powers granted to Congress under Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution, which vests all legislative powers in the Congress. However, the specific constitutionality depends on whether the removal process adheres to the established laws and procedures, and whether it infringes upon any separation of powers principles. The Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 provides the statutory basis, and its constitutionality has generally been upheld.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).