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Federal Employee Pay Raises for 2022

This act proposes pay raises for federal employees in 2022. This means that individuals working in federal administration and those whose pay is based on prevailing market rates will receive higher salaries, potentially impacting their personal finances.
Key points
Basic pay for most federal employees will increase by 2.2% in 2022.
Federal employees whose pay is based on prevailing market rates will also receive a 2.2% increase in 2022.
Additionally, locality pay, which accounts for local market conditions, will increase by 1.0% in 2022.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_392
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2021-01-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FAIR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_392.

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 2021-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Basic pay for most federal employees will increase by 2.2% in 2022.
  • Federal employees whose pay is based on prevailing market rates will also receive a 2.2% increase in 2022.
  • Additionally, locality pay, which accounts for local market conditions, will increase by 1.0% in 2022.
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. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11].

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 2025-12-28.

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Labor