GOP pushes amendment to strip lawmakers' pay during shutdowns
Rep. Ralph Norman (R‑S.C.) reintroduced a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment that would bar Representatives and Senators from receiving any compensation during periods defined as a 'Government shutdown' — i.e., lapses in appropriations caused by failure to enact regular appropriations bills or continuing resolutions. The measure names several GOP cosponsors, quotes the amendment language, says Congress would retain enforcement power via legislation, and was released as a partial federal government shutdown began.
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🔍 Key Facts
- Rep. Ralph Norman publicly reintroduced the amendment and is the sponsoring member.
- Cosponsors listed in the article: Reps. Bob Latta (OH), Jack Bergman (MI), Eli Crane (AZ), Cory Mills (FL), Dusty Johnson (SD), John Joyce (PA).
- Joint resolution text: 'A Representative or Senator may not receive compensation with respect to any period during which a Government shutdown is in effect' and defines shutdown as 'a lapse in appropriations for any Federal agency or department as a result of a failure to enact a regular appropriations bill or continuing resolution.'