To amend title 5, United States Code, to authorize the increase of the retirement age in the United States Capitol Police.
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8364
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-28: Received in the Senate.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-11T10:23:50Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This legislation amends federal retirement laws to authorize a flexible increase in the mandatory retirement age for United States Capitol Police officers, replacing a fixed age of 60 with a range determined by a designated Board.
Key Provisions
- Amendments to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS): Updates Section 8335(c) of title 5, United States Code, by replacing "becomes 60 years of age" with "attains an age determined by the Board that shall be not less than 57 years of age and not more than 65 years of age."
- Amendments to Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS): Similarly updates Section 8425(c) of title 5, United States Code, with the same language, allowing the Board to set the retirement age between 57 and 65.
- These changes apply specifically to United States Capitol Police officers.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Previously, mandatory retirement was fixed at age 60 for Capitol Police officers under both CSRS and FERS.
- New law introduces flexibility, empowering "the Board" (likely an existing oversight body for Capitol Police retirement) to adjust the age within the 57–65 range, rather than a one-size-fits-all rule.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: Enables the United States Capitol Police to retain experienced officers longer, potentially improving staffing, expertise, and operational readiness without immediate hiring needs.
- Citizens: Indirectly enhances security at the U.S. Capitol, benefiting the public through sustained law enforcement capacity.
- No direct impacts on international relations.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- United States Capitol Police officers: Primary group, as their retirement eligibility becomes adjustable.
- Capitol Police agency leadership and "the Board": Gains authority to set retirement ages based on agency needs.
- Congress: Oversees the Capitol Police and federal retirement systems affected.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Narrowly targets Capitol Police retirement under title 5, USC, providing administrative flexibility without altering broader federal employee retirement rules.
- Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's authority to regulate federal employee benefits and law enforcement for legislative operations (Article I powers).
- Political: Supports workforce management in a high-security role, potentially addressing retention challenges amid evolving threats, without mandating changes—decisions rest with the Board.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-28: Received in the Senate.
- 2026-04-27: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-04-27: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3116)
- 2026-04-27: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3116)
- 2026-04-27: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8364.
- 2026-04-27: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3116-3117)
- 2026-04-27: Mrs. Bice moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 2026-04-22: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 8 - 0.
- 2026-04-22: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2026-04-20: Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-04-20: Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2026-04-20: Introduced in House
- 2026-04-20: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- An Act To amend title 5, United States Code, to authorize the increase of the retirement age in the United States Capitol Police. — issued 2026-04-27 — PDF (4 pages)
- To amend title 5, United States Code, to authorize the increase of the retirement age in the United States Capitol Police. — issued 2026-04-20 — PDF (2 pages)