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New Federal Employee Pay System: Performance-Based Compensation

This act introduces a five-year pilot program that changes how some federal employees are paid. Their salaries will depend on their performance, aiming to increase efficiency and job satisfaction. Citizens may experience improved public services as employees are motivated to perform better.
Key points
Salaries for certain federal employees (GS-11 to GS-15 levels and senior-level positions) will be linked to their work performance.
Employees who significantly exceed expectations may receive a salary increase of up to 10%, while those who do not meet expectations may have their salary reduced by 10%.
The program aims to improve productivity, quality, and timeliness of public services, potentially leading to better service for citizens.
Federal agencies will be required to regularly evaluate employees and provide training to help them meet their goals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10411
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Process start date: 2024-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Employee Performance and Accountability Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10411.

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 2024-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Salaries for certain federal employees (GS-11 to GS-15 levels and senior-level positions) will be linked to their work performance.
  • Employees who significantly exceed expectations may receive a salary increase of up to 10%, while those who do not meet expectations may have their salary reduced by 10%.
  • The program aims to improve productivity, quality, and timeliness of public services, potentially leading to better service for citizens.
  • Federal agencies will be required to regularly evaluate employees and provide training to help them meet their goals.
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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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.

CATEGORIES

Labor Public Investments