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Equal COLA Act: Full inflation adjustments for FERS federal retirees.

This bill aims to equalize the annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) for federal retirees under the FERS system with those under the CSRS system. This means FERS retirees will receive the full inflation adjustment, directly increasing their purchasing power and retirement income. The change applies to all current and future FERS annuities, ensuring greater financial stability.
Key points
Federal retirees in the FERS system will receive full annual COLA increases based on the inflation rate.
The method for calculating COLA is standardized between the FERS and CSRS systems, eliminating previous disparities.
The change applies to all future adjustments and covers all existing and new FERS annuities.
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Print number: 118_S_3194
Sponsor: Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
Process start date: 2023-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Equal COLA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3194.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal retirees in the FERS system will receive full annual COLA increases based on the inflation rate.
  • The method for calculating COLA is standardized between the FERS and CSRS systems, eliminating previous disparities.
  • The change applies to all future adjustments and covers all existing and new FERS annuities.
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. Padilla, Alex [D-CA].

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 2025-12-26.

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