Rep. Walkinshaw's FAIR Act Would Give Federal Workers 4.1% Pay Raise Starting in 2027
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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.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Introduced in House
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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.
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'.
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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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
FAIR Act
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