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This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would require Members of Congress to lose their pay during government shutdowns. Specifically, if federal agencies or departments experience a lapse in appropriations (funding) due to Congress failing to pass regular or continuing budget legislation, Members of Congress would automatically forfeit their salary for the duration of the shutdown. Any compensation forfeited would be transferred to the U.S. Treasury's general fund and used to reduce the national debt. The amendment would be considered valid once ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures, which is the standard process for constitutional amendments. This proposal aims to create a financial incentive for Congress to avoid government shutdowns by directly impacting legislators' personal income during such periods of governmental funding disruption.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-joint-resolution/94/all-info