HJRES. 7In Committee
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation during a fiscal year unless both Houses of Congress have agreed to a concurrent resolution on the budget for that fiscal year prior to the beginning of that fiscal year.
A constitutional amendment to withhold Members of Congress pay unless both chambers agree on a fiscal year budget before that fiscal year begins
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
A constitutional amendment to withhold Members of Congress pay unless both chambers agree on a fiscal year budget before that fiscal year begins
Key points
- Require pre fiscal year budget resolution
- Prohibit congressional compensation
- Set seven year ratification deadline
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-03 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedBudget processCongressConstitution and constitutional amendmentsGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementLegislative rules and procedureMembers of Congress