Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation during a fiscal year unless both Houses of Congress have agreed to a concurrent resolution on the budget for that fiscal year prior to the beginning of that fiscal year.

Bill 117 HJRes 7 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that would prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation during a fiscal year unless both Houses of Congress have agreed to a concurrent resolution on the budget for that fiscal year prior to the beginning of that fiscal year. This means that if Congress does not pass a budget before the start of the fiscal year, Members of Congress would not receive their pay until a budget is in place.

The purpose of this amendment is to incentivize Congress to pass a budget in a timely manner and avoid government shutdowns or delays in funding essential programs and services. By tying congressional pay to the passage of a budget, it is hoped that Members of Congress will be motivated to work together to reach a budget agreement and avoid disruptions to government operations.

This proposed amendment aims to promote fiscal responsibility and accountability among Members of Congress, ensuring that they fulfill their duty to pass a budget in a timely manner to fund the government and serve the American people. It is a measure intended to hold Congress accountable for their budgetary responsibilities and encourage them to prioritize the financial well-being of the country.