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Guaranteed Pay for Essential Federal Workers During Government Shutdowns.

This law ensures that federal employees, contractors, and military members required to work during a government shutdown receive their standard pay and benefits on time. It automatically appropriates necessary funds from the Treasury, removing financial uncertainty for those providing critical public services during budget impasses. This measure aims to stabilize the essential workforce during periods of lapsed appropriations.
Key points
Automatic Funding: Provides immediate appropriations for the pay and allowances of federal employees and military personnel required to work during a government shutdown.
Protects Essential Personnel: Covers "excepted employees," supporting contractors, and active duty members of the Armed Forces.
Service Stability: Ensures that individuals providing critical public services do not face financial hardship during budget crises.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-11-07
55%
For 53
Against 43
Abstain 0
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Status: Failed
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3012
Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI]
Process start date: 2025-10-16
Voting date: 2025-11-07
Voting no: 609
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Shutdown Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3012.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Automatic Funding: Provides immediate appropriations for the pay and allowances of federal employees and military personnel required to work during a government shutdown.
  • Protects Essential Personnel: Covers "excepted employees," supporting contractors, and active duty members of the Armed Forces.
  • Service Stability: Ensures that individuals providing critical public services do not face financial hardship during budget crises.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Failed.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Upon reconsideration, cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 43. Record Vote Number: 609.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Labor Economy