Bills · HR 7033
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7033Government Operations and Politics
Federal Correctional Officer Paycheck Protection Act of 2026
INTRO JAN 13· LAST ACTION JAN 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill addresses critical issues within the federal prison system, primarily the challenges of recruiting and retaining correctional officers. Federal prisons have struggled with understaffing, high turnover, and excessive mandatory overtime, which can lead to burnout among officers and potentially compromise safety for both staff and inmates. A substantial pay increase could make these demanding jobs more competitive and attractive, helping to fill vacant positions and reduce the burden on existing staff.
If this bill becomes law, federal correctional officers could experience improved morale, reduced stress from overwork, and better financial security. If it doesn't pass, the Bureau of Prisons may continue to face severe staffing shortages, high overtime costs, and ongoing difficulties maintaining a stable, experienced workforce, which could impact the safety and security of federal correctional facilities. The temporary nature of the pay raise and the condition for its continuation also introduce an incentive for the Bureau of Prisons to address long-standing operational issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a special base rate of pay for federal correctional officers.
This directly increases the take-home pay for these critical employees, impacting their overall compensation and financial well-being.
PROVISION 02
Increases the base pay for eligible federal correctional officers and certain other Bureau of Prisons employees by 35%.
The specific percentage increase provides a clear and substantial boost to compensation, designed to attract and retain staff.
PROVISION 03
Includes a 5-year sunset clause for the special pay rates, with a review by the Inspector General of the Department of Justice.
This provision creates accountability, linking the continuation of the pay raises to measurable improvements in prison staffing and overtime practices.
PROVISION 04
Allows the pay raise to become permanent if the Inspector General determines the Bureau of Prisons has made measurable progress in reducing augmentation and excessive mandatory overtime.
This provides a clear incentive for the Bureau of Prisons to address long-standing operational challenges related to staffing and workload.
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1 + 50
D· New York
YRS IN OFFICE
3
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46
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 80%
DEM 30 REP 20 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 13
Introduced in House
JAN 13
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7033
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 13, 2026
Last actionJan 13, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 13, 2026
House BillHR 7033Government Operations and Politics
Federal Correctional Officer Paycheck Protection Act of 2026
INTRODUCED JAN 13, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 13, 2026
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
50
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