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Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act
4/15/2026, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5891
The "Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act" was introduced in the 119th Congress on October 31, 2025. The bill, designated as H.R. 5891, aims to withhold pay from members of Congress during government shutdowns. This legislation likely includes provisions detailing the suspension or withholding of congressional salaries during periods of government funding lapses or shutdowns, potentially serving as a measure to incentivize timely budget agreements and prevent disruptions in government operations. More detailed information and specific directives can be found in the official PDF version of the bill available at the provided link.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5891
Bill HR 5891 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 31, 2025. Bill HR 5891 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on October 31, 2025. Bill HR 5891's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 10 - 0. as of March 18, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5891
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
54Democrat Cosponsors
3Republican Cosponsors
51Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5891
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5891
Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act
Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act
To reduce the annual rate of pay of Members of Congress if a Government shutdown occurs during a year, and for other purposes.
Comments
Wrenlee Singleton
42,123
17 days ago
I think this bill is good because it stops the government people from getting paid when they can't agree on stuff. It's like, if I don't do my job, I don't get paid, so why should they? It's fair.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5891
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