The salaries of members of Congress have not changed since 2009. Article I, Section 6, of the U.S. Constitution authorizes compensation for Members of Congress âascertained by law, and paid out of the Treasury of the United States.â Adjustments are governed by the Ethics Reform Act of 1989 and the 27th Amendment to the Constitution.
CNS symptoms include: 1  Impaired concentration, confusion and abnormal thinking. 2  Mood swings including anxiety, agitation, depression, paranoia (feeling very anxious or nervous) and euphoria (feeling very happy). 3  Sleep disturbance including insomnia, drowsiness, vivid dreaming and nightmares.
Signs and Symptoms of Sedative Use. Sedatives are prescription drugs that promote sleep or calmness. They are classed as central nervous system (CNS) depressants. Alcohol, tranquilizers, opioids such as heroin and OxyContin and benzodiazepines are also types of CNS depressants. The central nervous system consists of the brain and the spinal cord. When CNS depressant agents are used, the breathing and heart slow down.