Summary

Requires the federal government to keep paying Coast Guard service members, certain Coast Guard civilian employees, and certain contract workers when there is a Coast Guard‑specific government funding lapse. It creates a limited, automatic funding authority so pay and key support activities can continue until normal funding resumes. The Anti‑Deficiency Act still applies, but with narrow exceptions so payroll and essential related functions can proceed. The law defines what counts as a Coast Guard‑specific lapse, who is covered, and when this temporary authority ends.

Key Points

• Guarantees pay for Coast Guard military personnel during a Coast Guard‑specific funding lapse.
• Extends pay protection to certain Coast Guard civilian employees and designated contract workers.
• Allows limited exceptions to the Anti‑Deficiency Act so payroll and essential related functions can proceed.
• Defines exactly when a Coast Guard‑specific lapse exists and who is covered.
• Ends the authority automatically when normal Coast Guard funding resumes.
• Focuses narrowly on pay and essential support, not broader Coast Guard operations.
• Creates a standing, automatic mechanism for future Coast Guard‑specific lapses.
• Aims to protect readiness and family finances during funding disruptions.

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