S. 985 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to amend the Federal Law Enforcement Pay Reform Act of 1990 to adjust the percentage differentials payable to Federal law enforcement officers in certain high-cost areas, and for other purposes.
S. 985 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 1, 2003, sponsored by Christopher Dodd with 61 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 1, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 61
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
What it does
Amends the Federal Law Enforcement Pay Reform Act of 1990 to revise the special pay adjustments for (percentage differentials payable to) Federal law enforcement officers in specified consolidated metropolitan statistical areas. Includes Capitol Police as law enforcement officers under such Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Christopher Dodd (D-CT). Co-sponsors: 37 Democrats, 23 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 1, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Committee on Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia. (Jun 20, 2003)
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