Number: RL30064 Title: Congressional Salaries and Allowances Authors: Ida A. Brudnick, Government and Finance Division Abstract: This report provides basic information on congressional salaries and allowances. Among the topics discussed are salaries of Members of Congress, outside earned income and honoraria limits, health insurance, and retirement provisions applicable to them. The report also discusses the official office and staff allowances available to Members, and the salaries of other top-level legislative branch employees. Pages: 12 Date: October 1, 2008