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HJRES 129119th CongressIn Committee
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation for any period during which a Government shutdown is in effect.
Introduced: Oct 3, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Van Orden, Derrick [R-WI-3] (R-Wisconsin)
Economy & Taxes
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This legislation proposes a constitutional amendment to bar Members of Congress from receiving compensation during government shutdowns caused by funding lapses, aiming to align their financial accountability with public service disruptions.
Key Points
- 1Prohibits congressional pay during government shutdowns due to funding gaps.
- 2Defines shutdowns as lapses in appropriations from failed budget agreements.
- 3Grants Congress authority to enforce the amendment through legislation.
Impact Areas
Members of CongressFederal agencies and departmentsLegislative budget negotiation processes
Generated by GPT-4o on Oct 10, 2025