Federal Correctional Officer Pay Protection: 35% Base Pay Increase.
This law introduces significant pay increases for Federal Correctional Officers (FCOs) working for the Bureau of Prisons. The goal is to enhance public safety by making these critical jobs more attractive and retaining experienced staff. FCOs will receive a 35% increase in their base pay, which counts toward all benefits, including retirement and overtime calculations.
Key points
Mandatory 35% increase in the base rate of pay for Federal Correctional Officers and certain related custodial staff.
The pay increase is set to expire after 5 years unless the Department of Justice Inspector General determines that the Bureau of Prisons has made measurable progress in reducing mandatory overtime and staff augmentation.
The primary objective is to improve recruitment and retention of staff, directly impacting safety and operational efficiency within federal prisons.
Status:
Introduced
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