Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation for any period during which a Government shutdown is in effect.

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   How might removing congressional pay during shutdowns change lawmakers' incentives to reach budget agreements quickly versus slowly?

2. 02

   What unintended consequences could result from a rule that only affects Congress members' income during shutdowns but not executive branch employees?

3. 03

   Would this constitutional amendment address the root causes of shutdowns, or does it mainly create pressure without solving underlying budget disagreements?

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