S.Res. 526

Withholds Senators' pay during government shutdowns

Stops paying Senators during federal government shutdowns, with their pay given after the shutdown ends, starting after the November 2026 election.

  • Pay is withheld during any lapse in funding for federal agencies
  • Senators are paid back as soon as the shutdown ends
  • The change starts the day after the November 2026 general election

Adopted by the Senate

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