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GOP To Deny Biden State of the Union Address for Delayed Budget Submissions

President Biden is gearing up for his State of the Union address to Congress, but there’s a hitch: he’s missed the deadline for submitting his budget and national security plans, a requirement set by laws from 1921 and 1947. This isn’t just a one-time slip; it’s a recurring issue that has affected presidents from both parties for decades. To address this, some Republican lawmakers are proposing the SUBMIT IT Act, aiming to enforce these deadlines by withholding the privilege of delivering the State of the Union speech until the required documents are submitted to Congress.

Representative Buddy Carter and Senator Joni Ernst are spearheading this initiative, emphasizing that it’s crucial for the president to have a concrete plan, especially in times of economic and global uncertainty. They argue that without presenting these vital plans, the president shouldn’t have the platform to address the nation in such a grand manner. This proposed act wouldn’t affect Biden’s upcoming address but could change the dynamics for future addresses starting in 2025.

It’s worth noting that Biden’s delay in submitting his plans is part of a broader trend; his predecessors, including Donald Trump, also missed their deadlines. This situation reflects a deeper systemic issue between the executive and legislative branches, rather than a problem unique to any single administration. The proposed legislation, backed by public statements from figures like Kurt Couchman from Americans for Prosperity, highlights a growing frustration with these delays and a desire for more accountability and efficiency in the budget and national security planning process.

Interestingly, the tradition of delivering the State of the Union as a speech is relatively modern, starting with Woodrow Wilson in 1913. Before that, presidents submitted written reports, a practice that might not require the same formal invitation from Congress that a speech does. This historical context adds another layer to the current debate, suggesting that while the format of the president’s update to Congress has evolved, the fundamental requirement of timely communication remains critical.