Senate Proceedings: Pay During Shutdowns and Federal Reserve Nominations
May 13, 2026
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The Frame
The Senate is considering a resolution (S. Res. 526) that would stop pay for Senators during government shutdowns, directly impacting the personal compensation of members of Congress during funding lapses.
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U.S. Senators
Their pay would be withheld during government shutdowns if S. Res. 526 is passed.
Federal Reserve Board
The board is subject to new nominations and potential leadership changes.
Last recorded activity May 13, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The Senate moved to proceed to S. Res. 526, which proposes withholding Senator pay during government shutdowns.
- Senator Blackburn reported that the Memphis Safe Task Force resulted in a 50% reduction in crime over a 7-month period.
- The Memphis Safe Task Force reported 9,000 arrests, including 996 for narcotics, 838 for firearms, 105 for sex offenses, and 67 for homicide.
- The task force seized 1,500 illegal firearms and located 150 missing children in Memphis.
- Senator Blackburn introduced three legislative proposals: the Restoring Law and Order Act, the Protecting Law Enforcement Officers from Doxxing Act, and the Safer Prisons Act.
- Senator Warren expressed opposition to the nomination of Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve Board.
- Senator Warren alleged that the administration initiated investigations into Fed Chair Jay Powell and Governor Lisa Cook to influence Federal Reserve policy.
Why It Matters
The Senate is considering a resolution (S. Res. 526) that would stop pay for Senators during government shutdowns, directly impacting the personal compensation of members of Congress during funding lapses.
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Increased focus on law enforcement legislation
The Senate is actively debating multiple new bills aimed at increasing funding and protections for law enforcement officers.
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