Guarantees pay for federal employees and contractors during government shutdowns in budget year 2026.
Federal employees and contractors would get paid during government shutdowns in the 2026 budget year. This bill sets aside money to ensure they receive their regular pay, protecting them from unpaid furloughs. It also prevents agencies from laying off workers or putting them on long administrative leave during these shutdowns.
Today, during a government shutdown, many federal employees are furloughed without pay, and contract employees may also lose pay. This bill would set aside money to ensure that federal employees and contractors receive their standard compensation during any government shutdown in the 2026 budget year, protecting them from lost wages. It would also stop agencies from laying off workers or putting them on long administrative leave during these periods.
HR 7322 · 119th Congress · February 2, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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