The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a United States federal law enforcement agency responsible for the custody and care of federal prisoners. It is also responsible for ensuring that federal prisons are safe, humane, and secure. The BOP was established in 1930 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The agency operates 122 institutions, including 6 regional offices, 2 staff training centers, and 22 community corrections offices.