HR 5742 · 119th CongressIn Committeecongress.gov ↗

BOPEN Act of 2025

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This bill would provide money to pay Bureau of Prisons staff during government shutdowns in fiscal years 2026 or 2027. The funding would cover salaries and expenses for most prison workers, but not for top officials who need Senate confirmation for their jobs.

Sponsor

Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]

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Introduced

October 10, 2025

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

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