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Lowering Retirement Savings Age: 18-Year-Olds Can Join 401(k) Plans

This act lowers the minimum age requirement for employees to join employer-sponsored retirement plans, such as 401(k)s, from 21 to 18 years old. This change allows young workers to start saving for retirement and benefit from tax advantages and potential employer matching contributions three years earlier. The new rules will apply to plan years beginning after December 31, 2025.
Key points
The minimum age for participation in employer retirement plans (like 401(k)s) is reduced from 21 to 18.
Younger workers gain the ability to start saving earlier, maximizing the benefits of compound interest and tax deferral.
The law includes special administrative rules for employees participating solely due to the new age 18 eligibility.
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Print number: 118_HR_9281
Sponsor: Rep. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7]
Process start date: 2024-08-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9281.

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 2024-08-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The minimum age for participation in employer retirement plans (like 401(k)s) is reduced from 21 to 18.
  • Younger workers gain the ability to start saving earlier, maximizing the benefits of compound interest and tax deferral.
  • The law includes special administrative rules for employees participating solely due to the new age 18 eligibility.
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. Pettersen, Brittany [D-CO-7].

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 2025-12-26.

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