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Higher Retirement Pay and Fairer Wages for Federal Firefighters.

This Act aims to improve working conditions and retirement security for federal firefighters by ensuring pay equality with other public sector fire services. The main change is including a portion of regularly scheduled overtime hours in the calculation of retirement benefits, significantly boosting future annuity payments. Additionally, the law mandates the establishment of a maximum average workweek of 60 hours to aid recruitment and retention.
Key points
Retirement benefits will increase: A portion of regularly scheduled overtime hours will now count towards the calculation of firefighters' retirement pay base.
Improved pay equality: Methods for calculating basic pay are adjusted to ensure federal firefighters earn wages comparable to municipal firefighters.
Workweek limit established: The maximum average workweek for federal firefighters will be set at 60 hours.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_759
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Process start date: 2025-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Firefighters Families First Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_759.

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 2025-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Retirement benefits will increase: A portion of regularly scheduled overtime hours will now count towards the calculation of firefighters' retirement pay base.
  • Improved pay equality: Methods for calculating basic pay are adjusted to ensure federal firefighters earn wages comparable to municipal firefighters.
  • Workweek limit established: The maximum average workweek for federal firefighters will be set at 60 hours.
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. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Walkinshaw asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 759, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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