hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Increases federal correctional officers' base pay by 35%.
Mr. Goldman (D-NY) and bipartisan co-sponsors.
Introduced in House, awaiting committee review.
This bill proposes a 35% increase in base pay for federal correctional officers to improve staffing and retention within federal prisons. Representative Goldman, a Democrat from New York, introduced it with bipartisan support. The bill is currently in the initial stage, meaning it has been assigned to a House committee for consideration.
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
This bill has just been introduced in the House of Representatives on January 13, 2026. It was then sent to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. For it to become law, it must pass through this committee, be voted on by the full House, then pass the Senate, and finally be signed by the President.
If this bill passes, federal correctional officers working for the Bureau of Prisons could see a 35% increase in their base pay. This significant pay raise aims to make these jobs more attractive, potentially leading to better recruitment and retention of officers in federal prisons. With more staff, prisons might rely less on existing officers working excessive mandatory overtime, which could improve working conditions and overall institutional safety.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue higher pay will attract and keep more correctional officers, boosting prison safety.
Critics Say
Critics might raise concerns about the significant cost to taxpayers or the bill's temporary nature.
Proponents of the bill believe that increasing federal correctional officers' pay by 35% is essential to address staffing shortages and high turnover rates in the Bureau of Prisons, ultimately enhancing safety within federal facilities. While the bill specifies a 5-year sunset clause, subject to review, opponents could argue about the long-term financial implications of such a substantial pay increase for federal employees.