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Increased hazard pay approved for thousands of federal employees: Who qualifies?
Increased hazard pay approved for thousands of federal employees: Who qualifies?
Increased hazard pay approved for thousands of federal employees: Who qualifies?

Published on: 08/28/2026

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Federal firefighters now qualify for hazard pay if they ignite decaying forest material to prevent future outbreaks as part of their job.

More activities performed by federal firefighters now qualify for 25% of hazard pay under new rules finalized this month.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/nation/2026/08/increased-hazard-pay-approved-for-thousands-of-federal-employees-who-qualifies.html

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