KnowGovRepresentation. Influence. Action.
BillSRES 526 · 119

A resolution withholding the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs.

Introduced
Dec 3, 2025
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
May 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Withholds the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs. Requires Senators to go without pay during a shutdown.

Sponsored By

John Kennedy
Republican · Louisiana · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Dec 3, 2025
  5. May 14, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This resolution affects Senators, who would not receive their paychecks during a Government shutdown. The impacted group includes all 100 Senators, who would face unpaid periods until a shutdown is resolved.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
5backers
  • Republican5
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (4)

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedDec 3, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 14, 2026
Latest ActionResolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2295)
Subjects
  • Economy
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.