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Guaranteeing Military Pay and Support Staff Wages During Government Shutdowns.

This law ensures that active military members, including reservists, along with essential civilian staff and contractors supporting them, will receive their pay and allowances during any potential federal government shutdown in Fiscal Year 2025. This measure provides financial security for military families and guarantees the continuity of critical defense operations regardless of budget disputes.
Key points
Ensures continuous pay for all active service members and reservists if regular appropriations lapse.
Funding also covers salaries for essential civilian personnel of the Department of Defense and the Coast Guard providing military support.
The appropriations are temporary, lasting until January 1, 2026, or until a regular budget is enacted.
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Print number: 118_S_5646
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2024-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pay Our Military Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5646.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensures continuous pay for all active service members and reservists if regular appropriations lapse.
  • Funding also covers salaries for essential civilian personnel of the Department of Defense and the Coast Guard providing military support.
  • The appropriations are temporary, lasting until January 1, 2026, or until a regular budget is enacted.
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. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

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 2025-12-27.

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