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Congress Members' Pay Withheld When Troops Go Unpaid

This bill aims to withhold the pay of Members of Congress if active-duty military personnel are not receiving their salaries, for instance, due to a lapse in government funding. This means Congress members' salaries will be held in an escrow account until military personnel are paid. The goal is to ensure politicians feel the impact of funding disruptions just like service members.
Key points
Pay Withholding for Congress: If military personnel are not paid, Congress members' salaries will be withheld and placed in an escrow account.
Prioritizing Troops: The act seeks to ensure that military personnel are prioritized and their pay is not jeopardized by funding issues.
Release of Funds: Withheld funds will only be released to Congress members once military personnel begin receiving their pay again.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_518
Sponsor: Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Troops Before Politicians Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_518.

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 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pay Withholding for Congress: If military personnel are not paid, Congress members' salaries will be withheld and placed in an escrow account.
  • Prioritizing Troops: The act seeks to ensure that military personnel are prioritized and their pay is not jeopardized by funding issues.
  • Release of Funds: Withheld funds will only be released to Congress members once military personnel begin receiving their pay again.
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. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-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 2025-12-23.

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