Congressional Record — October 23, 2025

Overview of the day

The legislative activity for October 23, 2025, centered on the ongoing government shutdown, now on its 23rd day. Senate proceedings were dominated by debates over funding the government, specifically focusing on a clean continuing resolution and competing bills to ensure Federal employees receive pay during the shutdown. Senators discussed the impact of the shutdown on Federal workers, military personnel, and healthcare premiums, while also addressing the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois and the designation of National Coal Week.

Summary of the House proceedings

There was no House activity on this date.

Summary of Senate proceedings

H.R. 5371 was the subject of a motion to proceed regarding continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2026.
S. 3039 was introduced to ensure all Federal workers and certain contractors are paid during the shutdown and to limit reductions in force.
Senator Ron Johnson proposed the Shutdown Fairness Act to guarantee pay for Federal employees who continue to work during the shutdown.
Senate Republicans introduced a resolution to designate the current week as National Coal Week.