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LEO Special Base Rates and 5305 Special Rates

The interaction between Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) special base rates and special rates established under 5 U.S.C. 5305 for pay computations.

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Jan 18, 2026

How do OPM LEO special base rates interact with 5 U.S.C. 5305 special rates for ICE positions?

OPM treats Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) special base rates as a distinct base-pay construct that is used like a GS rate for pay computations, while special rates established under 5 U.S.C. 5305 funct...