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Fair Retirement for Law Enforcement: Overtime Included in Annuity Calculation

This act aims to ensure federal law enforcement officers receive full credit for overtime hours worked but unpaid due to pay caps. This change will allow their retirement annuities to be calculated based on all hours worked, potentially increasing their retirement benefits. Citizens may indirectly benefit from improved working conditions for those who ensure their safety.
Key points
Unpaid overtime hours for law enforcement officers will now be included in their retirement annuity calculations.
Officers must make a lump-sum payment or accept an actuarial annuity reduction to receive these benefits.
The act applies to officers under CSRS and FERS retirement systems and expands eligibility for availability pay for certain groups.
A tax credit is introduced for lump-sum payments made to include overtime in retirement calculations.
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Print number: 118_HR_1323
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Process start date: 2023-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LEO Fair Retirement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1323.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unpaid overtime hours for law enforcement officers will now be included in their retirement annuity calculations.
  • Officers must make a lump-sum payment or accept an actuarial annuity reduction to receive these benefits.
  • The act applies to officers under CSRS and FERS retirement systems and expands eligibility for availability pay for certain groups.
  • A tax credit is introduced for lump-sum payments made to include overtime in retirement calculations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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