A resolution withholding the pay of Senators if a Government shutdown occurs.

S.Res. 526 is a non-binding resolution that proposes withholding the salaries of U.S. Senators in the event of a government shutdown. The resolution was introduced in December 2025 by Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) and has been reported out of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, making it eligible for a floor vote in the full Senate.

If this resolution were to pass the Senate, it would express the chamber's position that Senators should not receive pay during periods when the federal government shuts down due to failure to pass appropriations legislation. As a non-binding resolution, it would not have the force of law and would not require presidential signature. However, passage would signal Senate intent on the matter and could influence future legislative action or Senate rules regarding member compensation during shutdowns.

For citizens, this proposal reflects ongoing debate about congressional accountability during budget impasses. The practical impact would depend on whether the Senate subsequently enacts binding legislation to enforce such a pay withholding, as a non-binding resolution alone cannot compel the withholding of federal employee or member compensation.