Summary
The Senate did not pass a bill that would allow essential workers and military personnel to get paid during a government shutdown. The bill needed 60 votes but only received 53, including the support of three Democrats. Under current rules, these workers have to wait until the shutdown ends to receive their pay.
Key Facts
- The Senate voted on a bill to pay essential workers during a government shutdown.
- The bill received 53 votes in favor but needed 60 votes to pass.
- 43 senators voted against the bill.
- The bill aimed to pay federal workers and active-duty military members during the shutdown.
- Three Democrats joined Republicans in voting for the bill.
- Among those who did not vote were Senators John Cornyn, Jerry Moran, Tommy Tuberville, and John Fetterman.
- Under current law, even essential workers must wait until after a shutdown to get paid.
