S 3168
Shutdown Fairness Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:41 AM
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The Shutdown Fairness Act aims to provide funding to pay federal employees, contract employees, and members of the Armed Forces during government shutdowns. It establishes a process for agencies to distribute funds to cover standard employee compensation and contractor payments to ensure these individuals receive pay during a lapse in appropriations. The act also sets conditions on how these funds can be used and when they must be disbursed, aiming to prevent disruptions to essential government services.
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