Air Force Rated Officer Retention Program Act

Air Force Rated Officer Retention Program Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to establish and carry out a demonstration program within the Department of the Air Force to assess and improve retention on active duty in the Air Force of rated officers, excluding those officers with a reserve appointment in the Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve whose continued service on active duty would be in the best interest of the Department of the Air Force and who have not more than three years and not less than one year remaining on a specified active duty service obligation.

Bill 117 HR 8804, also known as the Air Force Rated Officer Retention Program Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program within the Air Force to improve the retention of rated officers, who are officers with specific skills and qualifications related to flying aircraft.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a retention bonus program for rated officers who agree to serve in critical positions within the Air Force. This bonus program is designed to incentivize rated officers to stay in the Air Force and continue their service in important roles.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the development of career progression opportunities for rated officers, as well as measures to improve the overall retention rates of these officers within the Air Force. This includes initiatives to enhance professional development and training opportunities for rated officers, as well as efforts to address any barriers to retention that may exist within the Air Force. Overall, the Air Force Rated Officer Retention Program Act aims to strengthen the retention of rated officers within the Air Force and ensure that the Air Force has a skilled and experienced workforce to carry out its mission effectively. The bill is currently being considered by Congress and may be subject to further amendments and revisions before it is passed into law.