Rep. Nancy Mace Votes To Open Government, Ensure Troops Get Paid
Congresswoman delivers on commitment to servicemembers and their families
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 3, 2026) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace today voted to reopen the federal government, ensuring that America's servicemembers receive their paychecks without interruption and that critical government functions continue serving the American people.
The legislation prevents a government shutdown that would have left military families uncertain about their financial security while asking them to continue defending our nation. For the men and women in uniform who sacrifice daily for our freedoms, a paycheck should never be a political football.
"Our troops don't stop serving during political disagreements in Washington, and their paychecks shouldn't either," said Congresswoman Mace. "When you volunteer to defend this nation, you've earned the right to know your family won't go without while you're standing on that wall. We owed them this vote, and we delivered it."
The vote ensures continuity of military pay and allowances for active duty servicemembers, reservists, and National Guard personnel. It also maintains essential government services that Americans depend on, from transportation infrastructure and health services to border security operations.
Congresswoman Mace has consistently championed legislation supporting military personnel and their families, recognizing that a strong national defense begins with taking care of those who serve.
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