What is the current status of HR 6692?

HR 6692 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6692?

HR 6692 was sponsored by Cory Mills (R), Rep.

Congress Pay Cut During Budget Failures

IntroducedDecember 12, 2025

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

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Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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.

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Why This Matters

This bill aims to hold Members of Congress accountable by reducing their pay to one dollar if they fail to pass a budget on time. This change encourages lawmakers to prioritize funding for federal agencies and departments.

If Congress can't pass a budget, their pay will drop to just one dollar until they do.

Who this affects

Members of Congress · Senators · Representatives

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill cuts the pay of Members of Congress to one dollar during budget lapses.
2It applies when Congress fails to pass a budget or continuing resolution.
3The pay reduction lasts from the first day of the lapse until the session ends.
4The bill takes effect after the next general election for Federal office.

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