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

This law aims to increase Congressional accountability by requiring the timely approval of the federal budget and spending bills by October 1st annually. If Congress fails to meet this deadline, its members will lose their salary for the duration of the delay, with no possibility of receiving retroactive pay. This measure is designed to ensure timely funding for public services and prevent government shutdowns.
Key points
Congressional pay is stopped if the budget resolution and all regular appropriations bills are not passed by October 1st of the fiscal year.
Lost pay cannot be recovered retroactively, creating a strong incentive for timely legislative action.
The law is scheduled to take effect on September 29, 2027.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5738
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Tim [R-NC-14]
Process start date: 2025-10-10
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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_5738.

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 2025-10-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congressional pay is stopped if the budget resolution and all regular appropriations bills are not passed by October 1st of the fiscal year.
  • Lost pay cannot be recovered retroactively, creating a strong incentive for timely legislative action.
  • The law is scheduled to take effect on September 29, 2027.
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. Moore, Tim [R-NC-14].

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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