Shutdown Fairness Act

Hozzl · 2026-02-11T21:26:32Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7137 Shutdown Fairness Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Economics and Public Finance. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/11/2026, 9:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7137

H.R. 7137 in the 119th Congress, introduced on January 16, 2026, aims to allocate funds for the compensation of Federal employees, contract personnel, and Armed Forces members in the event of a lapse in appropriations, along with addressing other related purposes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7137

Bill HR 7137 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2026. Bill HR 7137 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2026. Bill HR 7137's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Oversight and Government Reform, House Administration, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 16, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7137

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7137

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Economics and Public Finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7137

To appropriate funds for pay and allowances of Federal employees, contract employees, and members of the Armed Forces during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.