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A resolution prohibiting the use of funds for travel by Senators to or from their residence during Government shutdowns.
Prohibiting the use of funds for travel by Senators to or from their residence during Government shutdowns.
Summary
This resolution prohibits Senators from using funds from their Official Personnel and Office Expense Account to pay for or be reimbursed for travel between Washington and their primary residence during a government shutdown. The prohibition applies during any period when there is a lapse in appropriations for one or more federal agencies. This prevents Senators from using official funds for travel to their homes while government operations are suspended due to failed appropriations.
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Sponsor (1)
- Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL] (R-FL)
Actions (2)
- Apr 16, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S1826) · senate
- Apr 16, 2026 Submitted in Senate
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Full text
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
April 16 (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 travel by Senators to or from their residence during Government shutdowns.
Resolved,
SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR TRAVEL BY SENATORS TO OR FROM THEIR RESIDENCE 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 travel by the Senator between the seat of Government and the primary residence of the Senator during a period during which there is a lapse in appropriations for 1 or more Federal agencies. <all>
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