No Work, No Pay Act of 2021

Bill 117 HR 5443, also known as the No Work, No Pay Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that members of Congress do not receive their salaries if they fail to pass a budget on time.

The bill states that if Congress does not pass a budget by the start of the fiscal year, members of Congress will not receive their pay until a budget is passed. This is meant to incentivize members of Congress to work together and come to an agreement on the budget in a timely manner.

The No Work, No Pay Act of 2021 aims to hold members of Congress accountable for their actions and ensure that they are working in the best interest of the American people. By tying their pay to the passing of a budget, it is hoped that Congress will be more motivated to work together and avoid government shutdowns. Overall, the No Work, No Pay Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to encourage timely budget negotiations and hold members of Congress accountable for their actions. It is a step towards ensuring that the government functions efficiently and effectively for the benefit of all Americans.