Ensuring Pay for Federal Prison Staff During Government Shutdowns.
This Act guarantees that all federal Bureau of Prisons personnel, including correctional officers and non-correctional staff, will receive their salaries during any period when the government faces a lapse in funding (a shutdown). The goal is to ensure the continuous operation and security of federal prisons, protecting public safety regardless of budget disputes. This protects the financial stability of essential security personnel.
Key points
Guarantees salary payments for Bureau of Prisons (BOP) staff during any federal government shutdown.
Funding is drawn from the general Treasury to maintain uninterrupted operations and security within correctional facilities.
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