H.R. 5891 · In committee · Congress

Withhold Member Pay During Shutdowns Act

What it does

Withholds from each Member of Congress one day's pay for each 24-hour period during which a government shutdown occurs in any Federal agency or department.
Directs the payroll administrator of each House to deposit withheld pay into an escrow account for members during shutdowns before November 2026, then release all escrowed funds on the pay-reduction effective date.
Applies pay reduction to each member serving in the House, Senate, or as an officer of Congress only for shutdowns occurring after the November 2026 general election.

Mar 18, 2026: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 10 - 0.

Committee: House Committee on House Administration