South Carolina Senator Introduces Bill to Pay Capitol Police During Government Shutdown

South Carolina senator introduces bill to pay Capitol Police during government shutdown

WASHINGTON (WCBD) – A group of Republican senators has introduced a bill to restore pay for U.S. Capitol Police officers and other federal workers supporting the law enforcement agency, who have already missed a paycheck due to the ongoing government shutdown. The “Pay Our Capitol Police Act” would ensure active-service members of the Capitol Police force are paid, as well as their civilian employees and contractors who are deemed “excepted” or …

Florida, South Carolina Republicans Introduce Bill To Ensure Capitol Police Pay During Shutdown

In the midst of an ongoing government shutdown, a group of Republican Senators, led by Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Rick Scott (R-FL), introduced the Pay Our Capitol Police Act on Wednesday. The legislation is designed to guarantee paychecks for the brave men and women of the U.S. Capitol Police—including their essential civilian staff and […] Florida, South Carolina Republicans Introduce Bill To Ensure Capitol Police Pay During Shutdown

Lankford Introduces Bill to Pay Capitol Police During Federal Shutdown

U.S. Senator James Lankford introduced legislation to ensure members of the U.S. Capitol Police continue to receive pay during the ongoing federal government shutdown. The Pay Our Capitol Police Act would provide continuing appropriations to pay officers, civilian staff, and essential contractors who support Capitol Police operations. The measure, retroactive to October 1, 2025, would remain in effect until Congress passes appropriations or until