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No Budget, No Pay Act: Congress Members Lose Salary for Funding Delays.

This law aims to increase accountability by tying Congressional pay directly to the timely completion of essential financial duties. If Congress fails to approve a budget resolution and pass all necessary funding bills by October 1st, members will not receive their salaries for the duration of the delay. This measure encourages elected officials to prioritize timely government funding, potentially reducing budget crises.
Key points
Members of Congress forfeit their pay if they fail to pass the budget and all regular appropriations bills by October 1st.
Lost pay cannot be recovered retroactively once the budget is passed, ensuring the penalty remains effective.
The goal is to enforce timely action on government funding, effective starting September 29, 2025.
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Print number: 118_S_219
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Budget, No Pay Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_219.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress forfeit their pay if they fail to pass the budget and all regular appropriations bills by October 1st.
  • Lost pay cannot be recovered retroactively once the budget is passed, ensuring the penalty remains effective.
  • The goal is to enforce timely action on government funding, effective starting September 29, 2025.
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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 11.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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