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Increased Pay for Correctional Officers: New Salary Rules

This act aims to increase salaries for certain Bureau of Prisons employees who currently receive lower pay rates. Their wages will now be based on rates from the nearest, higher-paying regions, potentially improving their financial situation.
Key points
Correctional officers in lower-paying regions will have their pay calculated based on the nearest higher-paying region.
These changes apply to employees whose worksite is within 200 miles of another region with higher pay rates.
The new rules will take effect 180 days after the act is passed, leading to real pay increases for many employees.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4008
Sponsor: Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14]
Process start date: 2025-06-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4008.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Correctional officers in lower-paying regions will have their pay calculated based on the nearest higher-paying region.
  • These changes apply to employees whose worksite is within 200 miles of another region with higher pay rates.
  • The new rules will take effect 180 days after the act is passed, leading to real pay increases for many employees.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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