Bills · S 802
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 802Transportation and Public Works
Pay Our Coast Guard Act
INTRO FEB 27· LAST ACTION FEB 27
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because government shutdowns have previously led to Coast Guard personnel working without pay, creating significant financial stress for thousands of families. Unlike other branches of the military that are typically funded under the Department of Defense, the Coast Guard falls under the Department of Homeland Security, making it vulnerable to different funding timelines during budget impasses.
If this bill becomes law, it ensures that Coast Guard members, who perform critical national security and safety missions, receive continuous pay and benefits, similar to how other military personnel are treated during a shutdown. If it doesn't pass, these essential service members could continue to face delayed or withheld pay during future government funding lapses, which can impact morale, readiness, and their ability to provide for their families.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Provides automatic funding for Coast Guard pay and benefits during a specific type of government shutdown.
Ensures Coast Guard members, including reservists, civilian employees, and contractors, continue to receive their income during funding gaps.
PROVISION 02
Defines a "Coast Guard-specific funding lapse" as when the Coast Guard isn't funded but the Department of Defense is.
Clarifies the precise conditions under which this emergency pay mechanism would be triggered, distinguishing it from broader government shutdowns.
PROVISION 03
Includes pay for qualified civilian employees and contract employees of the Coast Guard, not just uniformed personnel.
Expands protection to a broader group of individuals essential to the Coast Guard's operations, acknowledging their critical roles.
PROVISION 04
Ensures continuation of death gratuity payments and temporary housing allowances for dependents of Coast Guard members.
Provides crucial financial support to families of service members who die on active duty, maintaining stability during a difficult time.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 9
R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
133
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 4 REP 4 IND 1
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 27
Introduced in Senate
FEB 27
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 802
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
Last actionFeb 27, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025
Senate BillS 802Transportation and Public Works
Pay Our Coast Guard Act
INTRODUCED FEB 27, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 27, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
9
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
