Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act

# Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act (S 3057) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would prevent members of Congress from receiving their paychecks while the federal government is shut down. A government shutdown occurs when Congress fails to approve a budget or continuing resolution, forcing many government agencies to suspend operations. Under this proposal, senators and representatives would not be paid during any period when the government lacks funding to operate. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly affects all members of Congress—both senators and representatives from both parties. Indirectly, it could influence the broader shutdown process by creating financial pressure on lawmakers to reach budget agreements more quickly.

The bill does not affect federal employees or other government workers. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process. As a relatively straightforward proposal focused on congressional pay, similar bills have been introduced in previous congressional sessions.