S.3001

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

The Shutdown Fairness Act provides appropriations for pay and allowances of excepted federal employees during periods when interim or full-year appropriations are not in effect. This applies to fiscal year 2026 and any subsequent fiscal years. The act defines "excepted employee" as those performing emergency work, as determined by the Office of Personnel Management. Appropriations made under this act are charged to the applicable appropriation once regular appropriations or continuing appropriations become law.