Pay & Benefits
Bill Introduced to Formally Block Automatic Pay Raises for Senior Officials
Legislation has been introduced to formalize the continuation of a pay freeze on the vice president and other senior officials during the shutdown.
Proposed Legislation
Stay informed on proposed federal legislation that could impact federal employees and retirees. Explore updates on newly introduced Congressional bills, workforce policy proposals, retirement and benefits legislation, pay and leave reforms, and agency‑specific measures under consideration in Congress. Find clear summaries, analysis, and tracking of bills that may affect FERS, CSRS, FEHB, TSP, pay raises, labor relations, and other key aspects of federal employment. Keep up with the latest developments as lawmakers debate changes that shape the federal workforce.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Let Federal Employees Tap Their TSP Funds During Shutdown
Recently introduced legislation would allow excepted federal employees to withdraw from the TSP with no penalties to have money during shutdowns.
Federal Workforce News
Legislation Introduced to Permanently End Government Shutdowns
Legislation has been reintroduced that aims to put an end to government shutdowns for good.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Introduced to Pay Essential Federal Workers During Shutdown
Recently introduced legislation would ensure that essential federal employees continue to get their regular paychecks during the current shutdown.
Pay & Benefits
Legislation Introduced to Provide Back Pay to Low-Wage Contract Workers
Legislation has been introduced to guarantee back pay to low-wage federal contract workers impacted by the shutdown.
Pay & Benefits
Congress Passes Bill to Pay Federal Employees After Shutdown
Legislation to guarantee back pay to federal employees has now passed both the House and the Senate.
Pay & Benefits
Senate Passes Bill to Pay Federal Employees After Shutdown
Legislation to guarantee back pay to federal employees has passed the Senate.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Aims to Protect Federal Employees From Foreclosures, Repossessions During Shutdown
Recently introduced legislation would shield federal employees from creditors in the event they are unable to pay their bills during the shutdown.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Withhold Lawmakers’ Paychecks During Shutdowns
Members of Congress currently continue to get paid during government shutdowns, but a new bill would change that if it were to become law.
Pay & Benefits
Legislation Reintroduced to Provide Back Pay for Shutdown
Legislation has been introduced in the new Congress to guarantee back pay to federal employees furloughed by the ongoing shutdown.