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Congress Pay Cut for Budget Failure, Ends Automatic Salary Payments

This bill aims to increase accountability within Congress. If Congress fails to agree on a budget by the fiscal year's start, members' salaries will be cut by 10%. Additionally, it repeals the automatic appropriation of funds for congressional salaries, meaning their pay will require separate approval, similar to other public expenditures. Citizens might perceive their representatives as more motivated to act efficiently on national financial matters.
Key points
Members of Congress will face a 10% pay cut if they fail to agree on a national budget by the start of the fiscal year.
The automatic payment of congressional salaries will be abolished, requiring separate approval for their compensation.
These changes are set to take effect after the federal elections in November 2024.
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Print number: 118_HR_7466
Sponsor: Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
Process start date: 2024-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Do Your Job Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7466.

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 2024-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress will face a 10% pay cut if they fail to agree on a national budget by the start of the fiscal year.
  • The automatic payment of congressional salaries will be abolished, requiring separate approval for their compensation.
  • These changes are set to take effect after the federal elections in November 2024.
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. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2].

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 2025-12-25.

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