Bills · HR 7706
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7706Government Operations and Politics
Federal Retirement Safety Act
INTRO FEB 25· LAST ACTION FEB 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to provide a critical safeguard for federal employees experiencing domestic violence, offering them a pathway to financial security and physical safety. Currently, the legal requirements for spousal notification and consent regarding retirement benefits can create a dangerous situation for victims, forcing them to interact with an abuser to access their own funds. This bill changes that by allowing victims to bypass these requirements, potentially enabling them to leave abusive situations, secure housing, or cover legal costs without putting themselves at further risk.
If this bill becomes law, it would prioritize the safety and well-being of federal employees who are victims of domestic violence, giving them more control over their financial assets in challenging circumstances. If it does not become law, these employees would continue to face the existing hurdles, which could deter them from accessing their lump-sum retirement benefits due to safety concerns or fear of retaliation, thus prolonging their vulnerability.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows federal employees to waive spousal notification for lump-sum retirement payments in domestic violence cases.
This provision helps protect the safety of domestic violence victims by removing the requirement to notify an abusive spouse about a financial transaction.
PROVISION 02
Permits federal employees to receive lump-sum retirement payments without spousal consent if the spouse committed a domestic violence crime and obtaining consent poses a safety risk.
This enables victims to access their retirement funds for financial independence or safety without needing approval from an abuser, even if a court order might otherwise require it.
PROVISION 03
Establishes that an employee can self-certify in writing that they were a victim of a domestic violence crime by their spouse within the past year to meet waiver criteria.
This simplifies the process for victims to prove domestic violence to the Office of Personnel Management, reducing bureaucratic hurdles and potential re-traumatization.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to create specific regulations and procedures within one year of the bill's enactment.
This ensures that clear, consistent, and safe processes are established for implementing these new protections for federal employees.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 8
D· Colorado
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
91
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 25%
DEM 7 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 25
Introduced in House
FEB 25
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7706
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 25, 2026
Last actionFeb 25, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2026
House BillHR 7706Government Operations and Politics
Federal Retirement Safety Act
INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 25, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
7 min
COSPONSORS
8
COMPLEXITY
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