Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Turns Down Pay During Shutdown to Support Federal Workers and Contractors

Washington D.C. - Today, Congressman Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10), who represents over 36,000 federal workers and contractors, announced he will not take pay during the Republican government shutdown. Congressman Subramanyam is championing legislation to halt pay for members of Congress during shutdowns and provide resources and benefits for federal workers and contractors during this period.

"Government shutdowns are devastating to Virginia families and small businesses. While Republicans force this shutdown and federal workers and contractors go without pay, I will not accept a paycheck and will continue to stand up for the men and women who protect our communities," said Congressman Subramanyam. "This shutdown was completely avoidable, and I will continue to fight for Virginians hurt by Republicans' inability to pass a budget."

View the full letter here.

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