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Proposed 7.4% Pay Increase for Federal Employees in 2025.

This bill proposes a significant salary increase for all federal government employees, effective in 2025. This change directly impacts the finances of thousands of families working in federal administration and agencies. The total proposed raise, combining basic pay and locality adjustment, is 7.4%.
Key points
Basic pay for most federal employees (including prevailing rate employees) is set to increase by 4% in 2025.
The locality pay adjustment, intended to match wages to regional living costs, will be increased by an additional 3.4% in 2025.
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Print number: 118_S_3688
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-01-30
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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 118_S_3688.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Basic pay for most federal employees (including prevailing rate employees) is set to increase by 4% in 2025.
  • The locality pay adjustment, intended to match wages to regional living costs, will be increased by an additional 3.4% in 2025.
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. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

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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Labor Economy