Congressional Pay During Government Shutdowns

September 30, 2025 – March 27, 2026

Legislators have introduced multiple bills, including the Money Where Our Mouths Are Act and the No Work, No Pay Act, to withhold congressional salaries during federal government shutdowns.

Policies

Rep. James Introduces Money Where Our Mouths Are Act to Cut Congressional Pay During Shutdowns

H.R. 8140

Congress Pay: No Pay During Government Shutdowns

H.R. 5637

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