The main purpose of this legislation is to expand the eligibility for special overtime pay to U.S. Border Patrol agents who are classified at higher grades, specifically from GS-12 to GS-15. This change aims to improve compensation for these agents, recognizing the demanding nature of their work and the importance of retaining skilled personnel in the Border Patrol. Key provisions of the legislation include an amendment to existing law that allows Border Patrol agents classified from grade GS-12 through GS-15 to qualify for higher rates of regularly scheduled overtime pay.