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The Shutdown Stabilizer Implementation Outline

Operational framework for payroll continuity during federal shutdowns

A policy implementation outline establishing a Treasury Payroll Continuity Authority to maintain payroll for essential federal employees during shutdowns. Payments are treated as temporary advances and reconciled automatically once appropriations are restored.

Published

March 25, 2026

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Shutdown Stabilizer

A public mechanism for preventing essential federal workers from becoming involuntary creditors during government shutdowns.

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