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.

1/14/2025, 7:03 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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.
Congress
119

Number
S - 45

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA 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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Veronica Kemp
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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 th...

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/9/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.