Statement on Reduction of Compensation to Members of Congress
2/25/1843
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This ledger was used to clarify a proposed reduction in compensation for Congress in 1843, thus reducing the Congressional budget. Congress sets the budget for its operations, including pay for Members of Congress.
This primary source comes from the Records of the U.S. Senate.
National Archives Identifier: 1157564
Full Citation: Statement on Reduction of Compensation to Members of Congress; 2/25/1843; Records of the U.S. Senate, Record Group 46. [Online Version, https://docsteach.org/documents/document/statement-on-reduction-of-compensation-to-members-of-congress, April 17, 2024]Rights: Public Domain, Free of Known Copyright Restrictions. Learn more on our privacy and legal page.