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Ending Congressional Pensions: New Public Service Benefit Rules

This bill aims to terminate pension accruals for current and future members of the U.S. Congress. If enacted, it means that after the law takes effect, Members of Congress will no longer accumulate new public pension benefits, potentially impacting how they plan for their financial future after their terms.
Key points
Termination of new pension accruals for Members of Congress 90 days after the bill becomes law.
Existing, accrued pension rights remain unaffected.
Members of Congress can still participate in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_158
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CLEAN Public Service Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_158.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Termination of new pension accruals for Members of Congress 90 days after the bill becomes law.
  • Existing, accrued pension rights remain unaffected.
  • Members of Congress can still participate in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
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. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1].

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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