federal Pay Shock 2026: Just 1% GS Raise and Zero Locality Boost – What Workers Are Saying
Federal employees heading into 2026 were hoping for stronger salary growth, but the confirmed pay adjustment has left many underwhelmed. The government has finalized a 1 percent General Schedule increase for 2026, with no additional locality pay boost in most regions. For civilian federal workers, this modest raise comes at a time when inflation pressures … Read more