This bill, titled the "Armed Forces Pay Act of 2025" , aims to guarantee that members of the Armed Forces and certain civilian intelligence community employees continue to receive their pay and allowances during any potential government shutdown in fiscal year 2026. It specifically appropriates funds from the Treasury for this purpose, ensuring financial stability for these critical personnel when regular appropriations are not in effect. The legislation covers all members of the Armed Forces , including reservists performing active service or inactive-duty training. Additionally, it extends to civilian employees of the Department of Defense , the Coast Guard , the Office of the Director of National Intelligence , and the Central Intelligence Agency . These appropriations remain available until a full appropriation is enacted, or until September 30, 2026, whichever comes first, and funds for intelligence activities are deemed specifically authorized.