To repeal the provision of law that provides automatic pay adjustments for Members of Congress.
Ending Automatic Pay Raises for Congress
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill would stop Members of Congress from getting automatic pay raises every year. Currently, a law from 1946 allows their salaries to go up automatically to keep pace with the cost of living unless they specifically vote to block the increase.
- If this proposal becomes law, any future pay increase for lawmakers would require a separate, public vote. This means politicians would have to go on the record and explain to the public why they believe they deserve a raise.
- The change would not start right away. It is designed to take effect when the 120th Congress begins in January 2027, ensuring the rules change for future terms rather than the current one.
- Supporters of these types of bills often argue that lawmakers should not receive automatic raises while the national debt is high or while many American families are struggling with their own household budgets.
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Milestones
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
To repeal the provision of law that provides automatic pay adjustments for Members of Congress.
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