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A GOP-backed amendment would withhold Congress pay during government shutdowns, requiring broad approval to take effect.
A Republican-led proposal seeks a constitutional amendment to withhold pay from members of Congress during government shutdowns caused by failure to pass funding bills, aiming to hold lawmakers accountable.
The amendment, requiring two-thirds approval in Congress and ratification by 38 states within seven years, would bar compensation during funding lapses.
It comes amid a looming partial shutdown due to a partisan standoff over federal spending, with hundreds of thousands of federal workers facing furloughs.
While a current constitutional provision protects congressional pay, proponents argue lawmakers should share the financial impact of inaction.
The issue has sparked public debate and a national poll on whether members of Congress should be paid during shutdowns.
Una enmienda respaldada por el GOP retendría el pago del Congreso durante los cierres del gobierno, lo que requiere una amplia aprobación para entrar en vigor.