2023 Federal Employee Pay: Changes in Two 2023 GS Locality Pay Areas
There will be changes to a couple of 2023 GS locality pay areas.
Federal employees under the General Schedule (GS) get an annual pay raise most years. Articles in this section are an important resource for federal employees to stay informed about their pay and any potential changes that may affect their salaries. These articles emphasize the importance of understanding the factors that contribute to pay adjustments and the broader economic context in which these decisions are made.
There will be changes to a couple of 2023 GS locality pay areas.
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