Senate passes resolution to withhold Senator pay during government shutdowns
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The Senate passed a resolution that changes how members of the Senate are paid if the federal government shuts down.
Why it matters: This is a procedural change that links congressional compensation to the status of federal funding. It is intended to create a financial consequence for lawmakers during a shutdown.
Who it affects
- Members of the United States Senate
The source is Congress.gov; check the official text at Congress.gov before relying on this information.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document