To amend title 31, United States Code, to reimburse employees of the Federal Government and the District of Columbia, Federal contractors, and the States for certain costs incurred as a result of a Government shutdown, and for other purposes.
Impact
If enacted, HB 5758 would directly affect how government shutdowns impact employees by establishing a formal process for reimbursement of their incurred costs. The bill stipulates that reimbursements for shutdown costs must be processed as quickly as possible and outlines specific timelines for payments, particularly for shutdowns lasting 14 days or longer. Furthermore, states that support programs financially impacted during shutdown periods will also be eligible for reimbursement, thus encouraging states to maintain support systems despite federal shortfalls.
Summary
House Bill 5758 proposes changes to Title 31 of the United States Code to introduce a reimbursement mechanism for federal employees, District of Columbia employees, and federal contractors who incur financial burdens due to government shutdowns. The bill aims to alleviate the financial strain on affected individuals by allowing them to claim 'shutdown costs', which include missed salary payments and related expenses incurred during lapses in federal appropriations. There is a specific provision requiring reimbursements to be made promptly after the end of a government shutdown.
Contention
Discussion surrounding HB 5758 has highlighted various viewpoints, especially concerning the efficiency and feasibility of implementing the proposed reimbursement system. Advocates argue that this legislation is necessary to protect workers and provide them with a safety net against the repercussions of shutdowns, asserting it as a step towards financial justice for those affected. However, critics have raised concerns about the potential administrative burdens it may impose on federal offices in processing claims, as well as the necessity of appropriating new funds to support the reimbursement program, which could necessitate complex budget negotiations.
A bill to amend title 36, United States Code, to grant a Federal charter to the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, and for other purposes.
To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.