HR 5849119th CongressIn Committee

USCP Act

Introduced: Oct 28, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2] (D-Alabama)

Civil Rights & JusticeDefense & National SecurityEconomy & Taxes

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This legislation ensures uninterrupted salary payments for United States Capitol Police personnel during federal government shutdowns by automatically appropriating necessary Treasury funds, preventing service disruptions in Capitol security operations and maintaining essential law enforcement presence at the legislative complex.

Key Points

1The bill mandates automatic Treasury funding for Capitol Police salaries during any lapse in regular appropriations, eliminating payment delays during government shutdowns.
2It designates Capitol Police as essential personnel requiring continuous funding to safeguard congressional operations and personnel at the Capitol complex.
3The legislation prevents furloughs or reduced staffing for Capitol Police officers during budget impasses, ensuring uninterrupted security coverage for legislative functions.

Impact Areas

United States Capitol Police officers and civilian employeesSecurity operations at the U.S. Capitol building and groundsContinuity of legislative branch functions during government shutdowns

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