EO 14368

Adjustments of Certain Rates of Pay

Government ReformLaw Enforcement

Summary

This executive order adjusts the rates of pay for various federal employees and officials effective January 1, 2026, including civilian employees under the General Schedule, Foreign Service, Veterans Health Administration, Senior Executive Service, military personnel, and judges. The order also directs the Office of Personnel Management Director to assess providing up to a 3.8 percent pay increase for certain federal law enforcement personnel.

Key Points

  • 1Sets new pay rates for General Schedule federal civilian employees, Foreign Service personnel, and Veterans Health Administration staff effective January 1, 2026
  • 2Adjusts pay ranges for Senior Executive Service members and rates for Executive Schedule positions, the Vice President, Congress, and federal judges
  • 3Establishes new monthly basic pay rates for uniformed services members and military cadets/midshipmen effective January 1, 2026
  • 4Directs the Director of the Office of Personnel Management to determine whether to provide up to 3.8 percent additional pay increase for certain federal law enforcement personnel
  • 5Updates locality-based comparability payments and administrative law judge pay rates

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.