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Senate adopts measure to suspend senators' pay during shutdowns
The Senate has approved a resolution to suspend pay for senators during government shutdowns. This change aims to encourage lawmakers to avoid blocking funding bills. (sources: thehill, nbcnews, cbsnews)
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The Senate unanimously approved a resolution to withhold senators' pay during federal government shutdowns. The measure was sponsored by Senator John Kennedy.
- The resolution was passed unanimously by the Senate.
- It applies to any future federal government shutdowns.
- Senator John Kennedy sponsored the measure.
Why it matters
This measure could incentivize lawmakers to ensure timely passage of funding bills to avoid shutdowns.
Action context
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