Hearing on Hazardous Duty Pay for Federal Employees
July 19, 2026
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The Frame
The hearing explores the legal framework for providing extra compensation to federal workers whose jobs involve physical danger, which directly impacts federal payroll costs and employee compensation standards.
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Federal employees
Employees in roles deemed hazardous would be eligible for additional pay if the legislation is enacted.
Federal government
The government would be responsible for implementing new pay scales and funding the additional hazardous duty compensation.
Last recorded activity July 19, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on August 1, 1962, by the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.
- The committee reviewed two specific bills: H.R. 2079 and H.R. 5444.
- The proposed legislation seeks to amend the Classification Act of 1949.
- The primary objective of the bills is to authorize the establishment of hazardous duty pay for specific federal job categories.
- The hearing took place during the second session of the 87th Congress.
Why It Matters
The hearing explores the legal framework for providing extra compensation to federal workers whose jobs involve physical danger, which directly impacts federal payroll costs and employee compensation standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of H.R. 2079 and H.R. 5444?
When did this hearing occur?
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Discoveries
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Formalization of Hazardous Pay
The hearing marks a specific legislative effort to codify hazardous duty pay into the existing 1949 federal pay structure.
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