The salaries of Representatives in Congress, Delegates from Territories, and Resident Commissioners, elected for unexpired terms, shall commence on the date of their election and not before.
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CHAPTER 53— HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MEMBERS
§ 5301. Representatives’ and Delegates’ salaries payable monthly
§ 5302. Salaries payable monthly after taking oath
§ 5303. End-of-the-month salary payment schedule inapplicable to Senators
§ 5306. Deductions for absence
§ 5307. Certification of salary and mileage accounts
§ 5308. Substitute to sign certificates for salary and accounts
§ 5309. Disbursement of compensation of House Members by Chief Administrative Officer