Senate Aims to Mitigate Shutdown Impact on Workers
Senators approve pay withholding during shutdowns. Resolution sponsored by Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana. Pay withheld until funding restored for federal workers. Two recent shutdowns caused financial hardship for workers. Bill ensures 'shared sacrifice' during shutdowns. Resolution effective after November 3 election. Senator Lindsey Graham proposed constitutional amendment. Kennedy declined to extend measure to House. Senators receive full back pay once funding restored