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flag A GOP-backed amendment would withhold Congress pay during government shutdowns, requiring broad approval to take effect.

flag 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. flag The amendment, requiring two-thirds approval in Congress and ratification by 38 states within seven years, would bar compensation during funding lapses. flag It comes amid a looming partial shutdown due to a partisan standoff over federal spending, with hundreds of thousands of federal workers facing furloughs. flag While a current constitutional provision protects congressional pay, proponents argue lawmakers should share the financial impact of inaction. flag The issue has sparked public debate and a national poll on whether members of Congress should be paid during shutdowns.

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