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Fair Pay for Federal Employees Working Overseas

This bill aims to ensure that federal employees working overseas under teleworking agreements receive locality pay. This means their compensation will be fairer and comparable to what they would receive if working in the United States, potentially improving their financial well-being.
Key points
Federal employees teleworking overseas will receive locality pay, previously only available to those working in the U.S.
Payments are set to begin within 60 days of the act's enactment, providing prompt financial benefits.
The locality pay amount will be based on what would be paid in the U.S. or what Foreign Service members receive, ensuring fair comparison.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9465
Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
Process start date: 2022-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Civil Service Federal Employee Serving Overseas Pay Equity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9465.

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 2022-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal employees teleworking overseas will receive locality pay, previously only available to those working in the U.S.
  • Payments are set to begin within 60 days of the act's enactment, providing prompt financial benefits.
  • The locality pay amount will be based on what would be paid in the U.S. or what Foreign Service members receive, ensuring fair comparison.
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. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Labor Benefits