A 2027 Pay Freeze Could Affect at Least 1.27 Million GS/GL Federal Employees; 3.8% Exception Still Unclear

A discussion citing FederalHiringData estimates at least 1,265,034 GS and GL employees could be covered by a proposed 2027 zero pay adjustment. The post notes an unresolved “3.8% exception,” suggesting key details about who might be exempt from a pay freeze remain unfinished.