Congressional lawmakers almost got a pay bump this year. Then it crashed and burned (www.npr.org)

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Congressional pay for rank-and-file members is $174,000 and hasn't been adjusted since 2009.

A recent change allows members to claim reimbursement for some lodging expenses, aimed at helping those struggling to maintain two residences.

"It changes the makeup a lot," the Wisconsin Republican said in an interview. "We have a real disincentive for people to run for Congress unless you're a fairly affluent person. People think that $174,000 is a lot of money — and if you're making $50 to $60,000, it appears that way. But having that separate place to live and providing utilities in a very expensive city, you burn through that money pretty quickly."

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[-] Infynis@midwest.social 9 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

They should turn their offices into dorms instead. It is a problem that someone that can't afford a residence at home and in DC basically can't be a politician on the national stage. It's hard to argue these lawmakers deserve more pay though. Maybe a subsidy based on need, but I bet the guy interviewed would oppose that option

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