Congress Pay Forfeiture During Government Shutdowns Amendment
This proposed constitutional amendment aims to increase accountability for elected officials. If the government shuts down due to a failure to pass funding bills, Members of Congress would lose their compensation for that period. These forfeited funds would be used to reduce the national debt, creating a financial incentive for lawmakers to resolve budget impasses quickly.
Key points
Members of Congress must forfeit their salary during any period of government shutdown (lapse in appropriations).
Forfeited compensation will be transferred to the Treasury to help reduce the Federal debt.
The measure is intended to pressure Congress to avoid shutdowns that disrupt public services for citizens.
Status:
Introduced
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