Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-03-12T16:10:30Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3308 Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2024, 4:10 PM

Summary of Bill S 3308

Bill 118 s 3308, also known as the Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address disparities in pay for federal employees based on their geographic location.

Currently, federal employees in different parts of the country receive different levels of pay due to variances in the cost of living. This bill aims to create a more equitable pay system by adjusting locality pay rates to better reflect the actual cost of living in each area.

The bill proposes the establishment of a commission to study and recommend changes to the locality pay system. This commission would be responsible for evaluating the current pay disparities and making recommendations for adjustments to ensure fair and equal pay for federal employees across the country. If passed, the Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023 would have a significant impact on federal employees, particularly those in high-cost areas who have been disproportionately affected by the current pay disparities. By addressing these inequities, the bill aims to create a more fair and just pay system for all federal employees. Overall, the Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to promote fairness and equality in the federal workforce by addressing disparities in pay based on geographic location.

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Current Status of Bill S 3308

Bill S 3308 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 15, 2023. Bill S 3308 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 15, 2023. Bill S 3308's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of November 15, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3308

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3308

Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023Locality Pay Equity Act of 2023A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to limit the number of local wage areas allowable within a General Schedule pay locality.A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to limit the number of local wage areas allowable within a General Schedule pay locality.

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