Learn how the No Budget, No Pay Act would stop lawmakers from getting paid when Congress fails to pass the federal budget. Learn why this bipartisan bill could finally bring real accountability to Washington and connect political responsibility with financial consequences.
In today’s update, we explain the No Budget, No Pay Act, a new bipartisan bill that would stop congressional pay if lawmakers fail to pass the federal budget on time. You’ll learn how the law works, what deadlines it sets, and why it connects government shutdowns to accountability. The discussion covers the 27th Amendment, government pay freezes, and real consequences for lawmakers during budget gridlock. You’ll also hear how this proposal ties into public frustration with shutdowns, missed deadlines, and political inaction. It’s an easy-to-follow breakdown of how the new bill could make Congress more responsible, transparent, and aligned with everyday workers who lose income when government stops working.
No Budget, No Pay: Why Congress Might Finally Lose Their Paychecks
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