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No Flights for Lawmakers During Government Shutdowns

This act aims to ensure that members of the House of Representatives remain in Washington and focused on their duties during a government shutdown. It means that if federal agencies lack funding, lawmakers cannot use public money for official travel outside the Washington area, and the House must convene daily. The goal is to expedite the resolution of government shutdowns, potentially positively impacting the stability of public services citizens rely on.
Key points
Requires the House of Representatives to convene daily, including weekends and holidays, during a government shutdown.
Prohibits the use of public funds for official travel by House members outside the Washington Metropolitan Area during a shutdown.
Aims to increase pressure for a swift end to government shutdowns, potentially reducing disruptions to public services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7136
Sponsor: Rep. O'Halleran, Tom [D-AZ-1]
Process start date: 2022-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Flights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7136.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the House of Representatives to convene daily, including weekends and holidays, during a government shutdown.
  • Prohibits the use of public funds for official travel by House members outside the Washington Metropolitan Area during a shutdown.
  • Aims to increase pressure for a swift end to government shutdowns, potentially reducing disruptions to public services.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. O'Halleran, Tom [D-AZ-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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