4.1% Raise for Feds? The Truth About the 2027 FAIR Act

A new bill proposes a 4.1% federal pay raise for 2027, continuing the FAIR Act tradition after Rep. Gerry Connolly’s passing. This video explains the details of the proposed raise, how the FAIR Act fits into the federal pay‑setting process, and why it’s historically unlikely to be enacted. Learn what this means for federal employees, how raises are actually determined, and what to expect as the 2027 pay process unfolds. For more details, see this article: Federal Employees Could See 4.1% Pay Raise in 2027 Under New Bill https://www.fedsmith.com/2026/02/11/federal-employees-could-see-4-1-pay-raise-in-2027-under-new-bill/ 0:00 Introduction 0:26 FAIR Act 1:09 Details of Proposed Pay Raise 1:37 The Typical Annual Pay Raise Process 2:52 Will the FAIR Act Become Law? 3:18 Pay Raise vs. COLA for Retirees 3:59 Conclusion