[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 122 (Monday, September 9, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S10047]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       THE VERY BAD DEBT BOXSCORE

  Mr. HELMS. Mr. President, at the close of business Friday, September 
6, the Federal debt stood at $5,220,377,655,156.41.
  One year ago, September 6, 1995, the Federal debt stood at 
$4,969,749,000,000.
  Five years ago, September 6, 1991, the Federal debt stood at 
$3,623,922,000,000. This reflects an increase of more than 
$1,596,455,655,156.41 during the 5 years from 1991 to 1996.

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