US EditionHow a Looming Government Shutdown Could Affect Troops
The Pay Our Troops Act ensures uninterrupted pay for active-duty servicemembers and key defense personnel during a government shutdown, protecting nearly 52,000 Colorado service members, officials said.
- A possible partial government shutdown next week could begin on Oct. 1 if U.S. Congress fails to approve short-term funding by Sept. 30, with senators scheduled to return Sept. 29.
- On September 19 the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5371 to fund the government through November 21, 2025, but the U.S. Senate failed to pass the measure, leaving funding unresolved.
- Active-Duty troops must report for duty while paychecks stop until funding is restored, with Colorado estimating 52,000 service members working unpaid.
- Rep. Jen Kiggans, R-Va., introduced the Pay Our Troops Act to guarantee pay and allowances for servicemembers, civilians, and contractors during a government shutdown, backed by bipartisan support.
- Military grocery stores and Morale, Welfare and Recreation activities should keep operating unless a shutdown drags on for months, most Veterans Affairs offices remain open though elective procedures could be postponed, and TRICARE plus specialty care for wounded warriors continue.
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Here’s how looming government shutdown could affect troops, families
A possible partial government shutdown next week could delay military paychecks and affect other programs and services for troops and families.Some defense agencies are dusting off previous guidance for operations during such a shutdown in preparation as they wait for further guidance. Meanwhile, House lawmakers are pushing for specific legislation to guarantee military pay during government shutdowns. If the House and Senate don’t approve a sho…
Nunn Leads Bill to Guarantee Pay for Servicemembers During Government Shutdowns - The Iowa Standard
Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers led by Representative Jen Kiggans (VA-02) to introduce the Pay Our Troops Act to ensure servicemembers continue receiving paychecks in the event of a government shutdown. “As a 20-year combat veteran and Air Force Colonel, I know how important every paycheck is,” said Rep. Nunn. “The House did its job. We passed a clean CR to keep the government open and continue paying our …
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