
Reading the bill…
Our AI is translating this into plain English. Usually takes 10–15 seconds.

Reading the bill…
Our AI is translating this into plain English. Usually takes 10–15 seconds.
Current Status
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor
Brian Fitzpatrick
Introduced
May 4, 2026
How far this bill has traveled through Congress
Introduced
Committee
Passed Chamber
Passed Both
President
Enacted
Introduced
Bill filed in chamber
Committee
Reviewed & reported
Passed Chamber
House or Senate vote
Passed Both
House & Senate agree
President
Sent to White House
Enacted
Signed into law
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
This bill proposes an amendment to the Constitution that would prevent Members of Congress from receiving pay during a fiscal year unless both Houses agree on a budget resolution before the start of that year. This change aims to improve transparency and accountability in government spending. The effect of this bill would be felt by all Americans, as it would impact how Congress allocates federal funds.
This bill would hold Congress accountable for its spending decisions, which affects how federal funds are allocated and distributed to various programs and services.
No position data available yet
Source: cosponsors
1 member formally endorsed
Cosponsored this bill
Source: cosponsors
Cosponsor data and vote records sourced from Congress.gov. Reflects formal legislative actions only — not editorial opinion.
No representative stances found yet. Check back after the next scraping cycle.