Contact Congress about H.R. 7322: True Shutdown Fairness Act

Federal workers and many federal contract workers would keep getting normal pay during any FY2026 shutdown. Agencies would also face limits on shutdown-related layoffs and long administrative leave.

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True Shutdown Fairness Act is a House bill committee Action. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Appropriations, House Administration, the Judiciary, and Armed Services, 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.

Latest action on H.R. 7322: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Appropriations, House Administration, the Judiciary, and Armed Services, 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.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people whose pay depends on the federal government during a shutdown. That includes federal employees, military members, some reservists, and many workers employed by federal contractors. It also affects agencies that run payroll and manage contracts during funding gaps.

Why this matters: Shutdowns can stop or delay pay for workers who rely on federal money. This bill would reduce that risk for FY2026 by keeping normal pay and benefits flowing for covered workers. It could ease pressure on households, help contractors keep workers, and limit lasting job cuts. Its full effect on federal costs and budget talks is uncertain.

Key provisions in H.R. 7322

• The bill covers all three branches of the federal government. It also covers certain District of Columbia public employers, active-duty Armed Forces members, and some reservists.
• A worker is covered only if they were already employed before the FY2026 funding gap began. People with accepted job offers or military enlistments before the gap also count.
• The Treasury would provide whatever money is needed during FY2026 shutdowns. Agencies could use it only for normal pay and benefits for covered federal workers and affected contract workers.
• If a shutdown is already happening when the bill becomes law, agencies must pay covered workers quickly. They must do it as soon as possible and no later than seven days later, even if that is not a normal payday.
• For any later FY2026 shutdown, covered workers must keep getting paid on their regular schedule.

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Questions people ask about H.R. 7322

What is H.R. 7322?

Federal workers and many federal contract workers would keep getting normal pay during any FY2026 shutdown. Agencies would also face limits on shutdown-related layoffs and long administrative leave.

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