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A resolution prohibiting the use of funds for official travel by Senators during Government shutdowns.
Prohibiting the use of funds for official travel by Senators during Government shutdowns.
Summary
This resolution prohibits Senators from using their Official Personnel and Office Expense Account funds to pay for or be reimbursed for official travel during government shutdowns. A government shutdown occurs when there is a lapse in appropriations for one or more federal agencies. The prohibition prevents Senators from using these funds for travel expenses while federal agencies lack appropriated funds.
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Sponsor (1)
- Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL] (R-FL)
Actions (2)
- Apr 15, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. · senate
- Apr 15, 2026 Submitted in Senate
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Full text
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
April 15 (legislative day, April 14), 2026
Mrs. Moody submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration
RESOLUTION
Prohibiting the use of funds for official travel by Senators during Government shutdowns.
Resolved,
SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR OFFICIAL TRAVEL BY SENATORS DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWNS.
Amounts made available to a Senator from the Senators’ Official Personnel and Office Expense Account may not be obligated or expended to directly pay for, or reimburse a Senator for, the cost of official travel by the Senator that occurs during a period during which there is a lapse in appropriations for 1 or more Federal agencies. <all>
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