A bill to reduce a portion of the annual pay of Members of Congress for the failure to adopt a concurrent resolution on the budget which does not provide for a balanced budget, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill S 45

Bill 119 s 45, also known as the "Pay for Performance Act," aims to reduce the annual pay of Members of Congress if they fail to adopt a concurrent resolution on the budget that does not provide for a balanced budget. The bill seeks to hold lawmakers accountable for their failure to pass a budget that is fiscally responsible.

Under this legislation, if Congress does not pass a budget that balances revenue and spending, Members of Congress would see a reduction in their pay. This is intended to incentivize lawmakers to work towards a balanced budget and make responsible financial decisions on behalf of the American people.

In addition to reducing pay for failure to adopt a balanced budget, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary provided. Overall, Bill 119 s 45 is aimed at promoting fiscal responsibility among Members of Congress and holding them accountable for their budgetary decisions. It is a measure designed to ensure that lawmakers prioritize the financial well-being of the country and make decisions that are in the best interest of the American people.

Congressional Summary of S 45

Balanced Budget Accountability Act

This bill withholds Members of Congress's salaries in each chamber if the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) does not certify that the chamber has adopted a balanced budget. The bill also requires that revenue increases be agreed upon by an affirmative three-fifths vote in each chamber.

Balanced budget means a concurrent budget resolution providing that for FY2035 and each succeeding fiscal year to which the resolution applies total outlays do not exceed total receipts and are not more than 18% of the projected gross domestic product for such fiscal year.

For the 119th Congress, if OMB does not certify that a chamber has adopted a balanced budget for the next fiscal year before April 16, salaries of Members of that chamber must be held in escrow until passage of a balanced budget or, if none is passed, the conclusion of the 119th Congress.

For subsequent Congresses, if OMB does not certify that a chamber has adopted a balanced budget for the next fiscal year before April 16, each Member of that chamber shall be paid at the rate of $1 annually for the remainder of the calendar year.

Current Status of Bill S 45

Bill S 45 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill S 45 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 9, 2025. Bill S 45's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of January 9, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 45

A bill to reduce a portion of the annual pay of Members of Congress for the failure to adopt a concurrent resolution on the budget which does not provide for a balanced budget, and for other purposes.

Comments

Veronica Kemp

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10 months ago

I think this bill is good cuz Congress needs to do their job and make a balanced budget. They shouldn't get full pay if they can't do that. It's not fair to us taxpayers. I support this bill cuz it holds them accountable. It's about time they feel the consequences of their actions.