HR. 5619In Committee
Federal Firefighter Paycheck Protection Act
Keeps federal firefighters paid during an FY2026 government shutdown and bars shutdown related reductions in force affecting them
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Keeps federal firefighters paid during an FY2026 government shutdown and bars shutdown related reductions in force affecting them
Key points
- Prohibit firefighter reductions in force
- Fund firefighter pay during shutdowns
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-09-30 — Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedEconomics and Public Finance