HR 5792
Government Shutdown Salary Suspension Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:59 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Government Shutdown Salary Suspension Act, aims to prevent Members of Congress, the President, and the Vice President from receiving their full salaries during government shutdowns. It establishes a system of escrow accounts to hold these salaries until the shutdown ends, ensuring that no federal official is paid while the government is closed due to a lack of appropriations. The bill applies to both the House of Representatives and the Senate, as well as the executive branch, and includes provisions for the Treasury Secretary and the Office of Personnel Management to assist with implementation.
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