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To amend title 5, United States Code, to expand law enforcement availability pay to employees of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations.

4/7/2025, 3:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4902

Bill 114 hr 4902, also known as the "Law Enforcement Availability Pay Expansion Act," aims to amend title 5 of the United States Code to extend law enforcement availability pay to employees of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations. This bill seeks to provide additional compensation to these employees who work in law enforcement roles within the Air and Marine Operations division.

The bill recognizes the unique and critical role that employees of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations play in protecting the nation's borders and enforcing laws related to customs and immigration. By extending law enforcement availability pay to these employees, the bill aims to ensure that they are fairly compensated for their important work and dedication to keeping the country safe.

Law enforcement availability pay is a form of premium pay that is provided to federal law enforcement officers who are required to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. By expanding this pay to employees of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations, the bill acknowledges the demanding nature of their work and the sacrifices they make to protect the country. Overall, Bill 114 hr 4902 seeks to support and recognize the contributions of employees of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations by providing them with the additional compensation they deserve for their vital role in safeguarding the nation's borders and enforcing laws related to customs and immigration.

Current Status of Bill HR 4902

Bill HR 4902 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 12, 2016. Bill HR 4902 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on April 12, 2016.  Bill HR 4902's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 114-250. as of December 8, 2016

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4902

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4902

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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