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Standardizing Federal Employee Pay Areas

This act aims to limit the number of local wage areas within a single pay locality for federal employees. This means that employees in similar positions within the same region will have more standardized pay rates, which could affect their earnings. Importantly, the act is designed to prevent any reduction in current pay rates.
Key points
Limits the number of local wage areas to one within most pay localities, except for the "Rest of United States" locality.
Aims to standardize pay for federal employees within a given region.
Includes a safeguard to ensure that the changes do not reduce current basic pay rates for affected employees.
The changes will apply at least 180 days after the act's enactment.
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Print number: 117_HR_3086
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2021-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Locality Pay Equity Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3086.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Limits the number of local wage areas to one within most pay localities, except for the "Rest of United States" locality.
  • Aims to standardize pay for federal employees within a given region.
  • Includes a safeguard to ensure that the changes do not reduce current basic pay rates for affected employees.
  • The changes will apply at least 180 days after the act's enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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