Introduced
November 10, 2025
Mr. Kennedy submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration
RESOLUTION
Reducing the annual rate of pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs during a year.
SECTION 1. No pay for Senators during Government shutdowns.
- (a) Definitions.—In this section—
Government shutdown.— (1) the term “Government shutdown” means a lapse in appropriations for 1 or more Federal agencies or departments; and
Secretary of the Senate.— (2) the term “Secretary of the Senate” means the Secretary of the Senate, or an employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate who is designated by the Secretary to carry out the requirements of this section.
- (b) .—