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Correction of Retirement Benefits for Customs and Border Protection Officers

This act aims to correct the unfair denial of enhanced retirement benefits to certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers. It ensures that individuals hired within a specific timeframe will receive their rightful benefits, potentially improving their financial situation in retirement. It also seeks to ensure fairer hiring practices in the future.
Key points
Customs and Border Protection Officers who received a job offer before July 6, 2008, and started duty after that date, will receive enhanced retirement benefits.
These individuals will be entitled to a minimum annuity amount and an exemption from mandatory retirement.
The Department of Homeland Security will create a list of eligible individuals, notify them of corrections, and provide information to the Office of Personnel Management for benefit disbursement, including retroactive adjustments.
The Government Accountability Office will review CBP hiring practices to prevent similar issues in the future.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7869
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
Process start date: 2024-04-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Retirement Technical Corrections Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7869.

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 2024-04-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Customs and Border Protection Officers who received a job offer before July 6, 2008, and started duty after that date, will receive enhanced retirement benefits.
  • These individuals will be entitled to a minimum annuity amount and an exemption from mandatory retirement.
  • The Department of Homeland Security will create a list of eligible individuals, notify them of corrections, and provide information to the Office of Personnel Management for benefit disbursement, including retroactive adjustments.
  • The Government Accountability Office will review CBP hiring practices to prevent similar issues in the future.
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: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 0.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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