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No Budget, No Pay: Congressional Salaries Withheld Without Budget Approval

This act aims to ensure that members of Congress will have their salaries withheld if they fail to agree on a budget for the next fiscal year by April 15. Their compensation will be held in an escrow account until a budget resolution is passed or until the end of the congressional term. This measure seeks to increase accountability for timely budget approval, potentially impacting government financial stability and public spending planning.
Key points
Congressional salaries will be withheld and placed in an escrow account if a budget resolution is not agreed upon by April 15.
Payments will only be released once a budget is approved or at the end of the congressional term.
The act applies from fiscal year 2026 onwards, covering all members of Congress, including delegates.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_208
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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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 119_HR_208.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congressional salaries will be withheld and placed in an escrow account if a budget resolution is not agreed upon by April 15.
  • Payments will only be released once a budget is approved or at the end of the congressional term.
  • The act applies from fiscal year 2026 onwards, covering all members of Congress, including delegates.
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. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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