Bill 118 hr 2693, also known as the Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to address the issue of pay disparities between members of the Coast Guard and other branches of the military.
The bill proposes to increase the pay of Coast Guard members to be on par with other branches of the military, such as the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. This increase in pay is intended to recognize the important role that the Coast Guard plays in protecting the nation's maritime borders and ensuring national security.
The Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2023 has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the need to ensure that Coast Guard members are fairly compensated for their service. Supporters of the bill argue that equal pay for equal work is a fundamental principle that should apply to all members of the military, regardless of branch.
If passed, the bill would provide much-needed financial relief to Coast Guard members and their families, who have long been underpaid compared to their counterparts in other branches of the military. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.