No Pay for Congress During Government Shutdowns
A proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aims to stop payments to Members of Congress during federal government shutdowns caused by a lack of appropriations. This means if Congress fails to pass a budget bill on time, its members would not be paid, potentially increasing pressure to resolve budget impasses quickly.
Key points
Members of Congress would not receive pay during a government shutdown.
A government shutdown is defined as a lapse in funding for federal agencies due to a failure to pass a budget.
Status:
Expired
Record your position for audit.
Why does your vote on bills matter?
It creates raw, undeniable proof. Civic Will provides the permanent data to verify the Government's loyalty towards its citizens
(explained here).
Start recording it now.