FAIR Act
Rep. Walkinshaw's FAIR Act Would Give Federal Workers 4.1% Pay Raise Starting in 2027
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill, introduced by Mr. Walkinshaw, proposes a 4.1% total pay raise for federal government employees starting in January 2027.
- The raise is divided into two parts: a 3.1% increase for basic pay and a 1% increase for locality pay, which adjusts salaries based on the cost of living in specific areas.
- The plan covers most federal workers, including those in white-collar office roles and blue-collar 'prevailing rate' employees who work in trades or labor jobs.
- Supporters of the bill aim to help government salaries keep up with rising prices and ensure the federal government can compete with private companies for talented workers.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Many federal employees are represented by unions such as AFGE and NTEU, which have long advocated for competitive pay raises. A legislated 4.1% increase would benefit unionized federal workers and strengthen union arguments that collective advocacy delivers results. However, unions in the private sector are not directly affected by this bill.
Broader Impacts
State Impacts
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Dem lawmakers propose 4.1% raise for feds in 2027
Democrats in both chambers reintroduced the FAIR Act, proposing a 4.1% average pay increase for federal employees in 2027. Led by Rep. James Walkinshaw and Sen. Brian Schatz, the bill seeks a 3.1% basic pay boost and a 1% locality adjustment to help federal salaries keep pace with the private sector.
Democrats call for 4.1% federal pay raise in 2027
The FAIR Act has returned to Capitol Hill with a 4.1% raise proposal for 2027. Rep. James Walkinshaw, taking over the lead for the late Rep. Gerry Connolly, argued the raise is necessary to address a 27% pay gap between federal and private-sector workers and to counter recent 'unprecedented attacks'.
Federal Employees Could See 4.1% Pay Raise In 2027 Under New Bill
The 2027 federal pay raise debate has begun with the introduction of the FAIR Act (H.R. 7480/S. 3823). The bill proposes a 3.1% base pay increase and 1% for locality pay. While historically unlikely to pass as standalone legislation, it serves as a benchmark for upcoming budget negotiations.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
FAIR Act
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