State and Local Corrections Officer Retirement Fairness Act of 2022

Bill 117 HR 8986, also known as the State and Local Corrections Officer Retirement Fairness Act of 2022, aims to address the disparity in retirement benefits for corrections officers at the state and local levels. The bill seeks to provide these officers with fair and equitable retirement benefits that are on par with those received by federal corrections officers.

The legislation recognizes the important and often dangerous work that state and local corrections officers perform on a daily basis to ensure the safety and security of their communities. It acknowledges that these officers face similar risks and challenges as their federal counterparts and therefore deserve comparable retirement benefits.

If passed, the State and Local Corrections Officer Retirement Fairness Act of 2022 would ensure that state and local corrections officers are eligible for the same retirement benefits as federal corrections officers, including access to the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and the Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) retirement provisions. Overall, this bill seeks to provide state and local corrections officers with the recognition and support they deserve for their service and sacrifice, by ensuring that they receive fair and equitable retirement benefits that reflect the important role they play in our criminal justice system.