The bill would create a five-year pilot program for performance-based pay for some federal employees. Participating agencies would select 1% to 10% of eligible employees in positions with measurable performance criteria. Agencies could opt out if participation might threaten national security or public safety and would have to explain that decision in writing.
Agencies would set annual measures for productivity, quality, and timeliness, and provide training and regular feedback. Starting in the program’s second year, employees who significantly exceed expectations would receive a 15% increase in basic pay. Employees who meet expectations would have no pay adjustment under the program. Employees who fall below expectations would have a 15% pay cut and receive training or development support. Agencies could also offer top performers bonuses and non-monetary benefits. Participating employees would not qualify for certain other pay adjustments, step increases, bonuses, or awards under Title 5 based on service during the program.
The Office of Management and Budget would oversee the program and report on its results. The bill authorizes no additional funds; agencies would use funds already available to them.
Some federal employees in eligible positions could have their pay linked to annual performance evaluations. The bill also requires agencies to provide training and feedback to participants. It does not describe a direct change for people outside the federal workforce.
The bill authorizes no additional funds. The Office of Management and Budget, the Government Accountability Office, and participating agencies would use funds already available to them.
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