Federal workers would keep pay during shutdowns

What does this do?

This bill requires that federal workers, certain government contractors, and military members continue to be paid on their regular payday schedule during a government shutdown. For shutdowns already underway when the bill becomes law, agencies must pay workers within 7 days of passage. Once Congress passes a real funding bill, those paycheck costs are charged against it.

Who does it affect?

The bill covers all federal workers affected by a shutdown, both those required to keep working and those sent home without pay.

Why does it matter?

Without this bill, federal workers and military members may go without pay for the full length of a shutdown and receive it only after it ends. This bill changes when the money is delivered, not whether workers are ultimately owed it.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• Funds from U.S. Treasury
• Restricted to payroll only