SHUTDOWN Act

The SHUTDOWN Act imposes a daily tax on members of Congress during government shutdowns. It requires a tax equal to a percentage of their salary, calculated as (days served during the shutdown period / total days served as a member that year). This applies to all current members of the Senate, House, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico during any lapse in federal funding. The tax takes effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024. The bill directly affects congressional members' compensation during budget impasses, not the public or agencies.