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Stay updated on the latest federal pay raise news, including annual General Schedule (GS) pay adjustments, proposed increases, locality pay changes, and policy decisions that shape federal employee salaries. Explore analysis of White House and Congressional proposals, OPM guidance, economic factors influencing pay decisions, and historical trends in federal pay raises. Find clear explanations and timely updates to help federal employees understand how upcoming pay changes may affect their earnings and take‑home pay.

Alternative Pay Plan Submitted for Federal Employees in 2017: 1.6% Average Raise

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 29, 2016 8:26 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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President Obama has submitted an Alternative Pay Plan for 2017. The average federal pay raise would be 1.6%.

2017 Pay Raise Silently Advances, But House Bill Would Block Some Bonuses

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 10, 2016 2:13 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A major funding bill has passed the House for 2017. By not addressing a federal pay raise for most federal employees, the likelihood increases for implementing the largest federal pay raise since 2010, but the bill would also block bonuses for many in the Senior Executive Service.

Another Step Toward a 1.6% Raise in 2017

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 19, 2016 11:52 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A 1.6% annual federal pay raise for 2017 is continuing to work its way through Congress. Here is the latest information.

1.6% Pay Raise for 2017 Advancing in Congress

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 25, 2016 3:48 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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A 2017 pay raise of 1.6% is working its way through Congress. This would be the highest raise federal employees have had since 2010.

Companion Legislation Introduced in the Senate for a 5.3% Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 18, 2016 10:36 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate this week to go along with a House bill introduced last month that would give federal employees a 5.3% pay raise in 2017.

FedSmith.com Users Agree With AFGE: 2017 Raise Should be 5.3%

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 22, 2016 2:36 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

FedSmith.com users said in a recent poll that federal workers deserve a 5.3% pay raise in 2017.

Legislation Would Give Federal Employees a 5.3% Raise in 2017

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithFeb 13, 2016 7:44 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is reporting that Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA) has introduced legislation in support of AFGE’s proposal to give federal employees a 5.3% pay raise in 2017.

Executive Order Finalizing 2016 Pay Rates Issued

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 19, 2015 10:49 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

President Obama has issued an executive order setting 2016 pay rates for federal employees.

The Confederate Flag and Your 2016 Pay Raise

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 15, 2015 1:24 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

How does a controversy over flying the Confederate flag impact the 2016 federal employee pay raise?

How Much Will Your Pay Increase in 2016?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJun 12, 2015 9:49 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

How much will your pay raise be in 2016? The president has recommended 1.3%. Congress could intervene but has not done so. What about a pay increase for military personnel and federal retirees?

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