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Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB)
Last reviewed: June 2026
Who this is for: The family of a public safety officer lost in the line of duty, or an officer left permanently and totally disabled.
What this is
Federal one-time benefit of $461,656 after a line-of-duty loss, or a permanent and total disability, on or after Oct 1, 2025 (adjusts yearly). COVID line-of-duty losses are covered under the SAFR Act (2020).
How much
- $461,656See eligibility note below for full details.
Federal one-time benefit — $461,656 after a line-of-duty loss or permanent, total disability on or after Oct 1, 2025 (adjusts yearly). COVID line-of-duty losses are covered (SAFR Act, 2020). PSOB: 1-888-744-6513.
What to do next
Contact the PSOB Customer Resource Center at 1-888-744-6513 (AskPSOB@usdoj.gov) to begin a claim.
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See if you may be eligibleThe law behind this
Statute / authority: 34 U.S.C. §10281
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