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Ending Automatic Pay Raises for Members of Congress

This bill aims to eliminate automatic pay adjustments for members of Congress. This means any future changes to their salaries will require a separate decision, rather than occurring automatically. For citizens, this implies greater oversight of public spending and potentially more accountability from politicians regarding their own earnings.
Key points
The bill repeals the provision that automatically increased congressional salaries.
Any future pay raises will require separate legislative approval.
The changes will take effect when the 118th Congress convenes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_55
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-01-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to repeal the provision of law that provides automatic pay adjustments for Members of Congress.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_55.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The bill repeals the provision that automatically increased congressional salaries.
  • Any future pay raises will require separate legislative approval.
  • The changes will take effect when the 118th Congress convenes.
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 Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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