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HR 5738 · 119th Congress · HouseIn committee

No Budget, No Pay Act

In plain language: No Budget, No Pay Act This bill prohibits Members of Congress from being paid in a fiscal year until both chambers approve the budget resolution and pass all regular appropriations bills for that fiscal year. Retroactive pay is prohibited for such a period. This bill takes effect on September 29, 2027.

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  1. Oct 10, 2025Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
  2. Oct 10, 2025Introduced in House
  3. Oct 10, 2025Introduced in House

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