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Rep. Walkinshaw's FAIR Act Would Give Federal Workers 4.1% Pay Raise Starting in 2027

Also known as: FAIR Act

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Impact Analysis

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

State Impacts

Scores: 1 = low, 5 = highSentiment: -5 to +5 (net benefit)

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.
Labor EmploymentEconomy Finance

Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Feb 10, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Feb 10, 2026

Introduced in House

Related News

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Government Executive·20 days ago

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.

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Federal News Network·19 days ago

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'.

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FedSmith·19 days ago

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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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

FAIR Act

Bill NumberHR 7480
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(21)
D: 20R: 1

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