S.Res. 526 · 119TH CONGRESSReported · May 13, 2026
A resolution withholding the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs.
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Senate: On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed — Passed
May 13, 2026
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed
The Senate agreed to a unanimous cloture vote to begin consideration of a resolution withholding pay for Senators during shutdowns.
The Senate agreed to a motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to S.Res. 526, a resolution withholding the pay of Senators if a government shutdown occurs. This procedural step to end debate on whether to take up the measure passed with a unanimous party breakdown. The resolution had previously been reported by the Committee on Rules and Administration and placed on the legislative calendar prior to this floor action.
The Senate cleared the required threshold to end debate on whether to consider the resolution, which was approved with unanimous support. This procedural step allows the Senate to move forward with a formal vote on the motion to proceed to S.Res. 526. If that motion is adopted, the chamber will begin floor consideration of the resolution itself.
Motion to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to Cal. #296 S.Res.526 A resolution withholding the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs
In relation to Cal. #296 S.Res.526 , withholding the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs