Tax on Congressional Salaries During Government Shutdowns (SHUTDOWN Act)
This bill introduces a new tax applied exclusively to the salaries of Members of Congress (Senators and Representatives) for every day the federal government is partially or fully shut down due to a failure to pass appropriation bills. The goal is to create a financial incentive for lawmakers to quickly approve the budget and prevent administrative paralysis. Citizens are not directly affected by this tax, but they might experience fewer disruptions in federal agency operations.
Key points
Imposes a special daily tax on the wages of Members of Congress during any period of government shutdown (lapse in appropriations).
The tax amount is calculated based on the proportion of shutdown days served by the Member during the taxable year.
The measure applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.
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