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HR 5849 · in committee · significant

USCP Act

What this bill does

  • This bill ensures Capitol Police employees continue receiving paychecks during federal government shutdowns.
  • Capitol Police officers and staff are affected, as they would still be paid if Congress fails to pass a budget.
  • The bill appropriates funds specifically for Capitol Police salaries and expenses when normal appropriations lapse.

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Community Threads

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  1. 01

    How should Capitol Police compensation during shutdowns compare to other federal law enforcement agencies that may lack similar protections?

  2. 02

    What funding mechanism would replace normal appropriations if this bill passes, and who decides those alternative funding levels?

  3. 03

    Should essential security personnel receive guaranteed pay during shutdowns while other federal workers face unpaid leave?

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Introduced 2025-10-28

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Legislative timeline

  1. 2025-10-28 · house · IntroReferral

    Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.

  2. 2025-10-28 · IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

  3. 2025-10-28 · IntroReferral

    Introduced in House

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