Senate Democrats Block Bill to Pay Troops and Federal Workers
October 23, 2025
October 23, 2025
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
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Senate Democrats Block Bill to Pay Troops and Federal Workers
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Democrats voted against the Shutdown Fairness Act today, blocking pay for federal employees who are required to work during government shutdowns. The bill, introduced by U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI), would have paid Coast Guard and active duty service memb . . .
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Senate Democrats Block Bill to Pay Troops and Federal Workers
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Democrats voted against the Shutdown Fairness Act today, blocking pay for federal employees who are required to work during government shutdowns. The bill, introduced by U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI), would have paid Coast Guard and active duty service memb . . .