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H.R. 974 (99th)

Congressional Pay Reform Act of 1985

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6 February 1985

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Referred to House Committee on Rules.

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29 August 2025

Summary

Congressional Pay Reform Act of 1985 - Amends the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 to prohibit an increase in congressional salaries unless a joint resolution is passed by both Houses, by recorded vote, approving such increase. Declares such increase effective the first pay period after the joint resolution becomes law. Prohibits such joint resolution from containing items other than increases for congressional salaries and sets forth the procedure for its consideration.

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