U.S. Park Police Modernization Act

The bill seeks to modernize the compensation system for officers and members of the United States Park Police. Its primary goal is to streamline pay progression by reducing the overall number of pay grade steps and accelerating the time it takes for personnel to advance through these steps. This aims to create a more efficient and potentially more attractive career path for Park Police. Specifically, the legislation amends Section 501(c)(1) of the District of Columbia Police and Firemen's Salary Act of 1958, introducing a new salary schedule . This revised schedule outlines fewer steps and shorter intervals between advancements, impacting various ranks from Private to Chief. Additionally, the bill modifies provisions related to service step adjustments and stipulates that any prior compensation adjustments made before January 12, 2025, will be disregarded to ensure the new schedule's implementation. The changes are set to take effect on the first day of the first pay period following the Act's enactment, without limiting other existing payments.