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Suspending Salaries for Congress and President During Government Shutdowns

This bill aims to stop the immediate payment of salaries to Members of Congress, the President, and the Vice President during federal government shutdowns. Their pay would be held in an escrow account and released only after the shutdown ends or at the conclusion of their term. This measure seeks to increase accountability among elected officials for failures to pass necessary appropriations bills.
Key points
Salaries for Members of Congress, the President, and the Vice President are suspended during any government shutdown.
Pay during the shutdown period is held in an escrow account and released only once the budget crisis is resolved or at the end of the current term/Congress.
A government shutdown is defined as a lapse in funding for any federal agency due to failure to pass a budget or continuing resolution.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5792
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Process start date: 2025-10-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Government Shutdown Salary Suspension Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5792.

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 2025-10-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Salaries for Members of Congress, the President, and the Vice President are suspended during any government shutdown.
  • Pay during the shutdown period is held in an escrow account and released only once the budget crisis is resolved or at the end of the current term/Congress.
  • A government shutdown is defined as a lapse in funding for any federal agency due to failure to pass a budget or continuing resolution.
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. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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