S. 4580In committeeJobs & the economy
Senate bill would exempt Border Patrol overtime from federal income tax
Data as of July 11, 2026
S 4580 would make overtime and supplemental pay for U.S. Border Patrol agents tax-free starting in 2026.50-second read · 5 questions answered below
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What does this do?
S 4580 would remove federal income tax from overtime, supplemental, and premium pay earned by U.S. Border Patrol agents, starting with the 2026 tax year. It uses the agents' existing pay structure under federal employment law to define which earnings qualify. Hazardous duty pay is specifically excluded and would remain taxable.
Who does it affect?
The bill directly affects active U.S. Border Patrol agents who earn pay beyond their base salary. It was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Finance Committee, so it has not yet become law.
Why does it matter?
Agents would keep a larger share of their overtime earnings because that income would no longer be subject to federal income tax. The federal government would collect less tax revenue from this group of workers as a result.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Federal tax revenue reduced
- Affects overtime and supplemental pay
- No cost figure provided
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
No Tax on Border Patrol Agent Overtime Act
- Introduced:
- May 20, 2026
- Latest action:
- May 20, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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