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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 does not allow for the reduction of 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 the same regions.
The act takes effect at least 180 days after enactment and cannot result in a reduction of current pay rates.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1561
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
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_S_1561.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

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 the same regions.
  • The act takes effect at least 180 days after enactment and cannot result in a reduction of current pay rates.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Labor