Law Enforcement Officer Retirement, the Rule of 55, TSP, and Roth TSP
Access to the TSP at retirement works differently for federal law enforcement officers and special category employees.
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5 Big Advantages of Being a Special Provisions Employee
Special provision FERS federal employees have advantages that can make a big difference in their retirement annuities.
Requirements and Retirement: A Guide for Federal Law Enforcement Officers
Categories Federal Employee Retirement Federal law enforcement officers have different retirement rules than most other federal employees under FERS.
Rule of 55 and Early Access to TSP
What is the rule of 55, and how does it apply to TSP accounts?
Evaluating an LEO or ATC Contract Position
Some federal employees have the option of moving to a contract position at retirement. Here are some considerations in weighing this option.
Can You Work Longer in a Position with Mandatory Retirement?
Some federal positions have mandatory retirement ages, but what if an individual wishes to work longer?
Federal Employee Retirement, Politics and Being Fired
Andrew McCabe was fired from the FBI shortly before becoming eligible for a federal pension at 50. Reports indicate he has lost his federal pension, but is that really accurate?
Do Not Let OPM Reduce Your Retirement Benefits Without an Appeal
Some retired federal employees were recently notified by OPM that their annuity payments were being reduced. Do they have any appeal options?
Can LEO Employees Extend Their Service Outside of Law Enforcement to Become Eligible for the 1.1% Annuity Computation?
Can a law enforcement employee extend working years in a non-law enforcement capacity to become eligible for the 1.1% FERS annuity calculation?
Shrinking Supplemental Annuity Payments: Response from OPM
Readers have asked questions about the reduction in their annuity payments for retired federal law enforcement officers. Here is OPM’s response.
