Explosive Ordnance Disposal Incentive Pay Improvement Act of 2024

HR 8474 establishes new, tiered monthly incentive pay rates for military personnel performing explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) duty in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or Space Force. It provides increased pay based on years of continuous EOD service, ranging from $125 for under 2 years up to $1,000 for 10+ years (with reduced rates after 17 years), and applies to both active duty and reserve component members performing EOD duty under orders. The bill directly affects service members holding EOD duty designators who perform this specialized work on a career basis. The pay rates take effect six months after the bill's enactment, with specific annual thresholds defined in the legislation.