Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act

Progress

Timeline

• Apr 2Received in the Senate.
• Mar 26Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
• Mar 24Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1131 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103 and H.R. 7084. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8029, H. Res. 1128, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 8029, H.R. 5103, and H.R. 7084.

Summary

**HR 8029: Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act** This bill would ensure that certain Department of Homeland Security employees continue receiving their paychecks during government shutdowns. **What it does:** The legislation would authorize continued pay for DHS personnel deemed essential for national security, even when the federal government shuts down due to budget disagreements. **Who it affects:** DHS employees in critical roles such as: - Border security agents - TSA airport screeners - Coast Guard personnel - Immigration enforcement officers - Cybersecurity staff **What would change:** Currently, during shutdowns, many federal employees either don't work or work without pay until the government reopens. This bill would guarantee these homeland security workers receive their regular salaries throughout any shutdown period. **Current status:** The bill is under review in congressional committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. The goal is to maintain essential security operations without disrupting pay for these workers during budget impasses.

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