House lawmakers reimbursed for rent, food, other expenses as new policy takes effect

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House lawmakers reimbursed for rent, food, other expenses as new policy takes effect​

Story by Elizabeth Elkind • Yesterday 3:10 PM

New guidelines for Congress were finalized this week that will reimburse lawmakers for substantial portions of their rent, food and other expenses they incur while in Washington, DC – effectively giving members a pay hike.

It’s an issue that members have complained about for years – many have said their $174,000 salary, while well above the U.S. median, isn’t enough to afford housing in DC and in their home district. It’s forced many to share apartments together and even sleep in their offices.

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House lawmakers reimbursed for rent, food, other expenses as new policy takes effect

 

[nickndfl]

Pulease.

 

[Cigarlover]

Perhaps they should pull some cash out of their multimillion dollar blind trusts or foundations or wherever else they are taking legal bribes and stashing the cash.

 

[andial]

They deserve it. They are working hard and keeping us free.

 

[Chigg]

I always thought that legislators should be compensated by the state they represent, not be federal employees. Also no retirement plans. I was taught back in the day to serve was like being a volunteer. Cover their expenses a maybe a small stipend.