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RKC 6

Para expresar preocupación por parte de la Asamblea Legislativa de Puerto Rico con el método utilizado y falta de atención, en el cálculo del Locality Pay realizado por United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM), en la jurisdicción de Puerto Rico y solicitar al Presidente Donald Trump, al Congreso de los Estados Unidos, así como a las agencias federales concernidas asistencia adicional, y garantizar los beneficios de los empleados federales en la Isla; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

Puerto Rico's legislature requests federal assistance to correct OPM's Locality Pay calculation method for federal employees on the island, citing inadequate methodology and insufficient benefits.

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Bill Summary · RKC 6

Legislative bill overview

Bill RKC 6 is a resolution expressing concern from Puerto Rico's Legislative Assembly about the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) methodology for calculating Locality Pay for federal employees in Puerto Rico. The resolution requests assistance from President Trump, the U.S. Congress, and relevant federal agencies to address alleged deficiencies in this calculation and protect federal workers' benefits on the island.

Why is this important

Locality Pay adjustments directly affect the salaries of federal employees and can influence hiring and retention of skilled workers in specific regions. Federal employees in Puerto Rico represent a significant workforce, and calculation discrepancies could result in substantial cumulative financial impacts on their compensation and benefits. This affects both individual worker welfare and Puerto Rico's ability to attract and retain federal talent.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of specificity on methodology flaws: The resolution expresses concern but doesn't detail specific calculation errors, making it difficult to assess whether the complaint has technical merit or is politically motivated
  • Feasibility of federal intervention: Changing OPM's established Locality Pay formulas requires federal action; Puerto Rico's legislature has limited direct power to mandate changes to federal compensation structures
  • Economic impact quantification: The resolution doesn't quantify how much federal employees are allegedly underpaid, limiting ability to evaluate the scale of the problem and justify requested remedies

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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