What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 4174.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-24.

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: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/s4174/BILLS-119s4174is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-04-07.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 4174

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10% Bonus for DHS Employees Working Without Pay During Shutdown

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: One-time 10% bonus on top of regular basic pay for hours worked during the shutdown. Applies to employees of agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Payment must be issued no later than 1 day after the shutdown ends.

This bill provides a one-time premium payment to Department of Homeland Security employees who were required to work without pay during the government shutdown that began on February 14, 2026. Eligible workers will receive an extra 10% of the basic pay they earned but did not receive during the funding lapse.

Key points

One-time 10% bonus on top of regular basic pay for hours worked during the shutdown.

Applies to employees of agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Payment must be issued no later than 1 day after the shutdown ends.

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Status:

Introduced

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Additional Information

A bill to provide a premium payment to employees who worked without receiving pay during the shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security of 10 percent of the pay the employees should have received during the shutdown.

Print number: S 4174

Sponsor: Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

Process start date: 2026-03-24

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