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Pay Our Military Act of 2024

1/14/2025, 5:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 5646

Bill 118 s 5646, also known as the Military Pay Protection Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to ensure that military personnel continue to receive their pay in the event of a government shutdown. The bill proposes to provide continuing appropriations for military pay during a government shutdown, thus preventing any disruption in the payment of salaries to members of the armed forces.

The bill is designed to address the potential financial hardships that military personnel and their families may face if the government is unable to pass a budget and shuts down. By guaranteeing that military pay will continue uninterrupted, the bill seeks to provide stability and security for those serving in the armed forces.

The Military Pay Protection Act is a bipartisan effort to prioritize the well-being of military personnel and their families during times of political gridlock. It underscores the importance of supporting and honoring the sacrifices made by members of the military, regardless of the political climate. Overall, Bill 118 s 5646 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to ensure that military personnel are not adversely affected by government shutdowns and can continue to fulfill their duties without worrying about their financial security.

Congressional Summary of S 5646

Pay Our Military Act of 2024

This bill provides continuing appropriations for military pay for any period during which interim or full-year appropriations for FY2025 are not in effect (i.e., a government shutdown).

Specifically, the bill provides FY2025 continuing appropriations for the pay and allowances of (1) members of the Armed Forces, including reserve components, who perform active service during the period; and (2) civilian personnel and contractors of the Department of Defense (and the Department of Homeland Security in the case of the Coast Guard) who are providing support to such members of the Armed Forces.

If a government shutdown occurs, the bill provides the continuing appropriations until the earlier of (1) the enactment into law of specified appropriations legislation, or (2) January 1, 2026. 

Current Status of Bill S 5646

Bill S 5646 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 20, 2024. Bill S 5646 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 20, 2024.  Bill S 5646's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of December 20, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5646

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
5
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5646

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5646

A bill making continuing appropriations for military pay in the event of a Government shutdown.
A bill making continuing appropriations for military pay in the event of a Government shutdown.

Comments

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Abram Kirby

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1 year ago

I don't like this bill, it will hurt our military. How will it impact us?