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Increased Pay for U.S. Correctional Officers

This act aims to increase the pay for federal prison employees currently receiving lower locality pay rates. Their salaries will be adjusted to align more closely with those in higher-paying regions, potentially improving working conditions and retaining experienced staff. These changes will take effect 180 days after the act is passed.
Key points
Correctional officers in lower-paying areas (Rest of U.S.) will receive higher rates, matching the nearest better-paying localities.
Bureau of Prisons employees in areas with multiple wage zones will receive the highest applicable wage rates within those zones.
The goal is to ensure fairer compensation and make federal correctional jobs more attractive.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2083
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
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_S_2083.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

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 areas (Rest of U.S.) will receive higher rates, matching the nearest better-paying localities.
  • Bureau of Prisons employees in areas with multiple wage zones will receive the highest applicable wage rates within those zones.
  • The goal is to ensure fairer compensation and make federal correctional jobs more attractive.
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 Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Labor Security