H.R.5801

Shutdown Fairness Act

Introduced·10/21/25
Introduced in House Text

Shutdown Fairness Act appropriates funds for pay and allowances of excepted federal employees during lapses in appropriations.

The Shutdown Fairness Act appropriates funds for pay and allowances of excepted federal employees for periods of work performed during a lapse in appropriations. This includes employees determined by the head of the agency to be excepted employees or performing emergency work, as defined by the Office of Personnel Management. The act also includes contractors providing support to these employees. The appropriations are for fiscal year 2026 and any fiscal year thereafter.

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History

Oct 21, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Oct 21, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.