Yes, furloughed federal employees will receive back pay following the conclusion of the federal government shutdown of 2026. Under the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act (GEFTA) of 2019, retroactive pay is a legal requirement for all federal workers affected by a lapse in appropriations. This also ensures that whether you

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