A COLA increase now takes effect annually unless Congress takes an affirmative vote to block it. The Speaker of the House, Majority and Minority Leader of the House and Senate all make more. CRS Reports are free, but available only from a congressional office. Many can be e-mailed.
Members also receive retirement, health, and other benefits.
Their entire compensation package is described in other reports by the Congressional Research Service, available upon request from your Senator or Representative's office. Enter a word or simple phrase in the box above.