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SRES 526119th CongressIntroduced
A resolution withholding the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs.
Introduced: Dec 3, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA] (R-Louisiana)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
A Senate resolution that would suspend Senators’ pay during any federal government shutdown, holding payments until the shutdown ends, and taking effect after the November 2026 election.
Key Points
- 1Defines a government shutdown as a lapse in appropriations for one or more federal agencies.
- 2Mandates the Secretary of the Senate to withhold all Senators’ compensation during a shutdown.
- 3Releases withheld payments as soon as practicable after the shutdown ends.
- 4Effective from the day after the November 2026 general election.
Impact Areas
U.S. SenatorsSecretary of the Senate and Senate staffFederal budget and appropriations process
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