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Significant Pay Increase for Federal Correctional Officers to Boost Staffing.

This Act mandates an immediate 35% increase in the base pay for federal correctional officers and certain Bureau of Prisons staff. The goal is to enhance institutional safety by improving recruitment and retention, thereby reducing reliance on mandatory overtime and non-custodial staff performing guard duties. The pay increase is set to expire after five years unless the Inspector General confirms measurable progress in addressing staffing shortages and excessive overtime.
Key points
35% Pay Raise: Federal correctional officers will receive a 35% increase in their basic pay, which counts toward all benefits, including retirement and overtime calculations.
Addressing Staffing Crisis: The measure aims to improve recruitment and retention, reduce excessive mandatory overtime, and eliminate the practice of using non-custodial employees for guard duties (augmentation).
Five-Year Review: The special pay rates are temporary (5 years) but can become permanent if the Department of Justice Inspector General confirms that staffing and overtime issues have been measurably improved.
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Print number: 119_HR_7033
Sponsor: Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]
Process start date: 2026-01-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Correctional Officer Paycheck Protection Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7033.

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 2026-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 35% Pay Raise: Federal correctional officers will receive a 35% increase in their basic pay, which counts toward all benefits, including retirement and overtime calculations.
  • Addressing Staffing Crisis: The measure aims to improve recruitment and retention, reduce excessive mandatory overtime, and eliminate the practice of using non-custodial employees for guard duties (augmentation).
  • Five-Year Review: The special pay rates are temporary (5 years) but can become permanent if the Department of Justice Inspector General confirms that staffing and overtime issues have been measurably improved.
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. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10].

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 2026-01-24.

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