Bill > S359

This bill establishes a 5-year pilot program to implement a performance-based pay structure for federal employees in specific job classifications, primarily targeting mid-level and senior-level government workers (GS-11 through senior-level positions). The program will require participating federal agencies to select between 1% and 10% of eligible employees to participate in a new performance evaluation system with a tiered pay adjustment structure. Employees will be categorized into three tiers based on their annual performance: Tier 1 employees who significantly exceed expectations will receive a 15% pay increase and may be eligible for additional bonuses and non-monetary benefits like flexible scheduling; Tier 2 employees who meet expectations will maintain their current pay rate; and Tier 3 employees who fall below expectations will experience a 15% pay reduction and receive additional training. Performance will be measured using metrics like productivity, quality, and timeliness, and each participating agency must provide training and regular feedback to help employees understand and meet these standards. The Office of Management and Budget will oversee the program, conducting annual assessments and submitting reports to Congress about its impact on productivity, budgets, and employee satisfaction. Importantly, the program will be implemented using existing agency funds, with no additional appropriations authorized, and participants will be ineligible for other standard federal pay adjustments during their participation.

Military Affairs and Security

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