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Congressional Pay (CRS Report for Congress)

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Release Date Dec. 27, 1982
Report Number IB77048
Authors Paul E. Dwyer, Government Division
Source Agency Congressional Research Service
Summary:

The question of a salary increase for Members of Congress was considered by both Houses numerous times during the 97th Congress. The issue was last considered during December in the FY83 Further Continuing Appropriations. As sent to the President, the measure provided for a 15% pay increase for Members of the House of Representatives and other senior Federal officials, but not for Senators. The resolution was signed into law by the President on Dec. 21, 1982. Previously, in September, Congress approved a pay cap through Dec. 17, 1982 for Members and other senior Federal officials.