HB5891Introduced in the House
Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act
Introduced by Bryan Steil, District WI-1
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To reduce the annual rate of pay of Members of Congress if a Government shutdown occurs during a year, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 10 - 0.
March 18, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 10 - 0.
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