OPENING THE RECORD
OPENING THE RECORD
H.R. 5738 · 119TH CONGRESS
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CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
No Budget, No Pay Act
This bill prohibits Members of Congress from being paid in a fiscal year until both chambers approve the budget resolution and pass all regular appropriations bills for that fiscal year. Retroactive pay is prohibited for such a period.
This bill takes effect on September 29, 2027.
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