Paychecks for Patriots Act of 2025

# Paychecks for Patriots Act of 2025 – Summary **What It Does:** This bill ensures that active-duty military members and reservists continue to receive their paychecks during a government shutdown. If Congress fails to pass a budget for 2026 and the government temporarily shuts down, this legislation would automatically fund military pay and allowances so soldiers don't go without income while politicians negotiate a budget deal. **Who It Affects:** The bill directly impacts active-duty service members across all branches of the military, as well as members of the National Guard and Reserve who are on active duty or conducting training. Indirectly, it affects military families who depend on these paychecks for living expenses. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the information provided) and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate.

It's sponsored by Senator John Kennedy (R-LA). The bill is straightforward and non-controversial in nature—ensuring military pay continues is typically supported on both sides of the aisle—though it has not yet advanced further in the legislative process.