S. 876: Pay Our Military Act of 2025

This bill, known as the "Pay Our Military Act of 2025," aims to ensure that members of the Armed Forces and certain related personnel continue to receive their pay and allowances even in the event of a government shutdown. Here’s a breakdown of the bill's key elements:

Purpose of the Bill

The main purpose of this bill is to provide funding for military pay in scenarios where the government does not have active appropriations in place. This is especially important during periods of government shutdowns, which can occur due to disagreements over budget allocations.

Key Provisions

• Appropriations for Armed Forces Pay:

  The bill allocates necessary funds to ensure that:

  • Members of the Armed Forces, including reserves, receive their pay and allowances while performing active duty during the shutdown.
  • Civilian personnel within the Department of Defense, as well as those in the Department of Homeland Security applicable to the Coast Guard, receive necessary pay if they are supporting Armed Forces personnel.
  • Contractors working for the Department of Defense and the Coast Guard are also ensured pay if they are providing support to military members.

Definitions

• Secretary Concerned:

  The term "Secretary concerned" refers to:

  • The Secretary of Defense for issues relating to the Department of Defense.
  • The Secretary of Homeland Security for matters involving the Coast Guard.

Termination of Appropriations

Funding and authority provided by this bill will remain in effect until one of the following occurs:

• The enactment of a relevant appropriation law for any purpose related to the funding laid out in this bill.
• The passage of a general appropriations resolution or similar law without specific provisions for military pay.
• The date of January 1, 2026.

Overall Impact

This legislation seeks to protect military personnel from the financial uncertainties of government shutdowns, ensuring that those who serve are compensated for their duty, along with the civilians and contractors who support them during such periods of uncertainty.

Relevant Companies

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