Capitol Police employees would get paid during government shutdowns with new $50 million reserve fund.
This bill would create a special $50 million fund for the U.S. Capitol Police. This money would ensure officers and staff get paid and operations continue if Congress can't agree on a budget and the government shuts down. It aims to prevent disruptions to their essential work.
Today, if the government shuts down, the United States Capitol Police might face delays in paying their employees or covering essential costs. This bill would change that by creating a special $50 million reserve fund. This fund would ensure that Capitol Police employees get paid and operations continue smoothly during any future government shutdowns.
HR 7369 · 119th Congress · February 4, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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