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Paid Leave for Federal Workers Moving with Military or Foreign Service Spouses.

This bill grants federal employees at least 40 hours of paid leave when their spouse, serving in the military or Foreign Service, is subject to a permanent change of station (PCS). This dedicated time off is intended to help employees manage the logistics of moving and settling into a new location. It provides crucial support for federal families facing frequent mandatory relocations.
Key points
Federal employees whose spouses are relocated by the military or Foreign Service receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid leave for the move.
This leave must be used for activities directly related to facilitating the relocation and cannot be cashed out if unused.
The leave is available for every instance of a permanent change of station and is in addition to any other existing leave entitlements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6311
Sponsor: Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PCS Leave for Military Spouse Federal Workers Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6311.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal employees whose spouses are relocated by the military or Foreign Service receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid leave for the move.
  • This leave must be used for activities directly related to facilitating the relocation and cannot be cashed out if unused.
  • The leave is available for every instance of a permanent change of station and is in addition to any other existing leave entitlements.
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. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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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