HJRES. 129In 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.
A constitutional amendment to bar Members of Congress from receiving pay during a government shutdown caused by a lapse in appropriations
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
A constitutional amendment to bar Members of Congress from receiving pay during a government shutdown caused by a lapse in appropriations
Key points
- Prohibit congressional compensation
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-10-03 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Topics and policy areas
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