H.R. 5680: Pay Our Public Shipyard Workers Act

The bill titled "Pay Our Public Shipyard Workers Act" aims to ensure that both civilian and military public shipyard workers receive their pay and allowances if the government experiences a shutdown. This would be applicable for the fiscal year 2026, specifically during any period when official funding appropriations for that year or the subsequent year (2027) are not in place.

Key Provisions

• Funding Appropriation: The bill would allocate necessary funds from the U.S. Treasury to cover the salaries and allowances of public shipyard workers during government shutdowns.
• Duration of Funds: The funds appropriated under this Act would remain available until one of the following occurs:
  • The passage of a law providing appropriations for the purposes outlined in the bill.
  • The enactment of an appropriations resolution that does not include funding for public shipyard workers.
  • The date of January 1, 2027.

Purpose

The primary intent behind this legislation is to protect the income of public shipyard workers during times of funding gaps, which typically occur during federal government shutdowns. This provision seeks to ensure that these workers do not face sudden loss of income, which can impact their financial stability.

Impact on Shipyard Workers

By providing a dedicated source of funding, the bill aims to alleviate the financial strain on workers at public shipyards, who may rely on consistent pay to meet their living expenses, especially during periods of uncertainty caused by government budgetary issues.

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