What is the current status of S 499?

S 499 is currently: Introduced.

S 499 was sponsored by Rand Paul (R), Sen.

Prevents Government Shutdowns Automatically

IntroducedN/A

Introduced1 year ago

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.

Why This Matters

This bill automatically provides funding for government programs if new budgets are not passed by the start of the fiscal year. It helps prevent interruptions in services and payments that affect many people.

If you rely on government services, this bill prevents shutdowns by automatically funding programs at 94% of last year's budget.

Who this affects

federal employees · contractors · citizens

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill ensures that government programs continue to receive funding even if new budgets are not passed on time.
2Funding will be based on the previous year's budget, allowing for a smooth transition into the new fiscal year.
3If funding is not approved, programs will receive 94% of their previous year's budget for the first 90 days.
4After 90 days, funding will decrease by 1% for each additional 90-day period until a new budget is enacted.
5This bill aims to reduce the disruptions caused by government shutdowns for federal employees and services.

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This bill designates the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the Eddie Bernice Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center or the Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center.

Prevents Government Shutdowns Automatically

IntroducedN/A

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.

Why This Matters

If you rely on government services, this bill prevents shutdowns by automatically funding programs at 94% of last year's budget.

Who this affects

federal employees · contractors · citizens

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill ensures that government programs continue to receive funding even if new budgets are not passed on time.
2Funding will be based on the previous year's budget, allowing for a smooth transition into the new fiscal year.
3If funding is not approved, programs will receive 94% of their previous year's budget for the first 90 days.
4After 90 days, funding will decrease by 1% for each additional 90-day period until a new budget is enacted.
5This bill aims to reduce the disruptions caused by government shutdowns for federal employees and services.

Read the detailed summary