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Expanding Law Enforcement Retirement Benefits for Federal Employees

This Act expands the definition of "law enforcement officer" for federal retirement systems (FERS and CSRS) to include several new categories of federal employees, such as VA police officers, certain IRS collection agents, and specific CBP specialists. This change grants these employees access to specialized, often more advantageous, retirement benefits. Current employees in these roles can elect to credit their past service toward the LEO retirement system by paying the difference in required contributions.
Key points
The definition of Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) for federal retirement purposes is expanded to cover new federal positions.
New roles included are VA police officers, U.S. Postal Inspection Service employees, certain IRS tax collection agents, and specific CBP seized property specialists.
Current employees can choose to count their prior service as LEO service, requiring them to pay a deposit covering the difference in past retirement contributions.
Newly designated LEOs are temporarily exempt from mandatory retirement age separation rules for three years after the law takes effect.
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Print number: 118_S_1658
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Law Enforcement Officers Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1658.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The definition of Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) for federal retirement purposes is expanded to cover new federal positions.
  • New roles included are VA police officers, U.S. Postal Inspection Service employees, certain IRS tax collection agents, and specific CBP seized property specialists.
  • Current employees can choose to count their prior service as LEO service, requiring them to pay a deposit covering the difference in past retirement contributions.
  • Newly designated LEOs are temporarily exempt from mandatory retirement age separation rules for three years after the law takes effect.
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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Labor Benefits Security