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No Pay for Congress During Government Shutdowns

A proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aims to stop Congress members from receiving pay during government shutdowns caused by a failure to pass appropriations bills. This means citizens would not fund politicians' salaries when they fail to agree on a budget, potentially increasing pressure to resolve budget impasses faster.
Key points
Members of Congress (Representatives and Senators) will not receive compensation during a government shutdown.
A government shutdown occurs when there is a lapse in funding for any federal agency due to a failure to enact a budget.
The amendment seeks to increase accountability for timely budget approvals.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HJRES_129
Sponsor: Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3]
Process start date: 2025-10-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation for any period during which a Government shutdown is in effect.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HJRES_129.

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 2025-10-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress (Representatives and Senators) will not receive compensation during a government shutdown.
  • A government shutdown occurs when there is a lapse in funding for any federal agency due to a failure to enact a budget.
  • The amendment seeks to increase accountability for timely budget approvals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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