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Introduced
09/26/2023
09/26/2023
In Committee
09/26/2023
09/26/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To prohibit the pay of Members of Congress during periods in which a Government shutdown is in effect, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the "No Work, No Pay Act of 2023", prohibits the pay of Members of Congress during periods when a government shutdown is in effect. It requires the payroll administrators of the House of Representatives and the Senate to withhold a day's worth of pay for each 24-hour period that a government shutdown occurs during a pay period. The bill defines a government shutdown as a lapse in appropriations for any federal agency or department due to a failure to enact a regular appropriations bill or continuing resolution. The term "Member of Congress" is defined as individuals serving in positions under the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, 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. (on 09/26/2023)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Legislative Branch Operations and Rules
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5695/all-info | 09/27/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5695/BILLS-118hr5695ih.pdf | 09/29/2023 |
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