A resolution prohibiting the use of funds for travel by Senators to or from their residence during Government shutdowns.
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S1826)
Summary
The resolution bars any use of money from a Senator's Official Personnel and Office Expense Account to cover or reimburse travel between the Capitol and the Senator's primary residence when there is a lapse in appropriations for one or more federal agencies. It applies only to travel expenses incurred during a government shutdown and affects all U.S. Senators. The measure aims to prevent the use of taxpayer‑funded travel allowances while the government is not funded.
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