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Recruitment and Retention Problems in Law Enforcement

Recruitment pressures and the unique nature of duty locations may affect the relative value of special rates versus locality pay.

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Jan 21, 2026

Which specific locality pay areas and step/grade ranges does OPM's Table L018 apply to for DHS/ICE positions in 2026?

’s Special Rate Table L018 is identified in public reporting as a 2026 special-rate table that explicitly lists coverage including positions, and special rates under OPM are used when recruitment or r...