S.3012

Shutdown Fairness Act

Introduced·10/15/25

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. It defines "excepted employee" as those deemed necessary by their agency head or performing emergency work, including contractors and active-duty military members. The act provides appropriations for fiscal year 2026 and beyond, ensuring these employees receive standard rates of pay, allowances, benefits, and other payments. Funds are charged to the applicable appropriation once regular appropriations are enacted.

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History

Nov 7, 2025

Senate

Motion to proceed to consideration of the motion to reconsider the vote by which cloture on the motion to proceed to S. 3012 was not invoked (Record Vote No. 585) agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (CR S7996)

Nov 7, 2025

Senate

Motion by Senator Thune to reconsider the vote by which cloture on the motion to proceed to S. 3012 was not invoked (Record Vote No. 585) agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (CR S7996)

Nov 7, 2025

Senate

Upon reconsideration, cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 43. Record Vote Number: 609.