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Capitol Police: Potential Effects of Raising the Mandatory Retirement Age

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Report Type Reports and Testimonies
Report Date Dec. 18, 2019
Release Date Dec. 18, 2019
Report No. GAO-20-137R
Summary:

Law enforcement officers are required to separate from service at the age of 57 if they have completed 20 years of service.

We looked at the financial impact of raising this age from 57 to 60 for the U.S. Capitol Police. Officers who choose to work longer could increase their earnings and retirement benefits; the agency could also benefit from retaining experienced officers. On the other hand, the agency would have to pay higher salaries and benefits to these officers (relative to younger officers).

We found that, even if a relatively high percentage of officers worked past age 57, it may result in only a modest increase in USCP’s costs.

Four police officers walk up steps in front of the United States Capitol

Four police officers walk up steps in front of the United States Capitol

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