Federal Employee Performance and Accountability Act of 2024

S 5479, the Federal Employee Performance and Accountability Act of 2024, establishes a 5-year pilot program for federal employees in specific roles (GS-11 through GS-15 levels and senior positions with measurable work, such as project managers, IT specialists, or customer service roles). The bill requires participating agencies to implement a performance-based pay system where employees are evaluated annually on productivity, quality, and timeliness, leading to tiered outcomes: top performers (Tier 1) may receive up to a 10% pay increase, those meeting standards (Tier 2) get no adjustment, and underperformers (Tier 3) face a 10% pay reduction plus required training. Agencies must enroll 1-10% of eligible employees, with opt-outs allowed only for national security or public safety concerns, and all reporting must use existing agency funds without new appropriations. Participating agencies must submit annual reports tracking productivity metrics and public service impacts to the Office of Management and Budget.