Computation of annuity based on certain firefighter service

(a) In general Section 5545b of title 5, United States Code, as amended by section 2, is further amended by adding at the end the following: (e) For purposes of any determination of average pay under section 8331(4) or 8401(3), in the case of a firefighter who is subject to subsection (b), the rate of basic pay in effect for such firefighter for a year of creditable service (or, in the case of an annuity under subsection (d) or (e)(1) of section 8341 or under chapter 84 based on less than 3 years of creditable service, for any other period of creditable service) shall, in addition to the amount determined under subsection (b) for such year (or other period), include an amount equal to one-half the firefighter’s basic hourly rate (as computed under subsection (b)(1)(A)) for such year (or other period) times the number of overtime hours included as part of such firefighter’s regular tour of duty during such year (or other period).. (b) Conforming amendments Sections 8331(4) and 8401(3) of title 5, United States Code, are amended by striking the semicolon at the end and inserting, subject to section 5545b(e);.