No Budget, No Pay: Congress Members' Salaries Withheld for Delays
This act aims to ensure that members of Congress do not receive their pay if they fail to approve the budget and government funding bills by October 1st of each year. Their salaries will be withheld until these crucial documents are passed. The goal is to motivate Congress to act promptly on national financial matters, potentially leading to more stable and predictable public spending.
Key points
Members of Congress will not be paid if the budget and funding bills are not approved by October 1st.
Payments will resume only after all required financial documents are passed.
The act is set to take effect on September 30, 2023.
Status:
Expired
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