The House’s PAYGO – CRS RL33850 – January 31, 2007

A Brief Overview. CRS RL33850. The House’s PAYGO rule requires that legislation affecting direct spending or revenues must not increase the deficit (or reduce the surplus) over a six-year period, including the current year, the upcoming fiscal year, and the four following fiscal years, as well as an 11-year period (the previously cited period and the ensuing five fiscal years).