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Back Pay for Federal Contractors' Employees During Government Shutdowns

This act aims to provide back pay to employees of federal contractors who suffered financial losses due to government funding lapses. It ensures that individuals affected by such shutdowns can receive compensation for lost wages or have their used paid leave restored, thereby protecting their financial stability.
Key points
Federal contractor employees who were furloughed, laid off, or had reduced hours/pay due to government funding lapses will receive back compensation.
Contractors can recover reasonable costs incurred to provide this compensation or restore paid leave to their employees.
Weekly compensation covered by the adjustment is capped at $1,442 or the employee's actual weekly compensation, whichever is less.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5657
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Process start date: 2025-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Pay for Federal Contractors Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5657.

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 2025-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal contractor employees who were furloughed, laid off, or had reduced hours/pay due to government funding lapses will receive back compensation.
  • Contractors can recover reasonable costs incurred to provide this compensation or restore paid leave to their employees.
  • Weekly compensation covered by the adjustment is capped at $1,442 or the employee's actual weekly compensation, whichever is less.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Labor Economy Public Investments