S.J.Res. 94: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring Members of Congress to forfeit their compensation during Government shutdowns.
A Senate joint resolution (S.J.Res.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate joint resolution (S.J.Res.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-10-29 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] |
| Policy area | Congress |
| Cosponsors | 0 |
| Latest action | 2025-10-29 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. |
| Last updated | 2025-11-03 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-10-29):
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that requires Members of Congress to forfeit their compensation during a government shutdown.
Specifically, the amendment provides that Members of Congress must forfeit (and may not receive) any compensation for their services during any period in which there is a lapse in appropriations as a result of a failure to enact regular or continuing appropriations for one or more federal agencies or departments (i.e., government shutdown).
Any funds that are forfeited under the amendment must be transferred to the Treasury and used to reduce the federal debt.
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S.J.Res. 94 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S.J.Res. 94?
S.J.Res. 94 is a Senate joint resolution (S.J.Res.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring Members of Congress to forfeit their compensation during Government shutdowns..
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S.J.Res. 94 are available on congress.gov.
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