01 — The Text
What.
- Raises the mandatory retirement age for U.S. Capitol Police from 57 to 65.
- Allows the Capitol Police Board to grant waivers extending careers beyond current 60-year limit.
- Applies only to Capitol Police officers, not other federal law enforcement agencies.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Capitol Police retain experienced officers longer, addressing potential staffing gaps after recent turnover.
- Officers gain extra years of work and pension accumulation; taxpayers may save on recruiting and training costs.
- No significant downside identified; affects small workforce of approximately 2,000 officers.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed it unanimously April 27. Now in Senate; no timeline set for floor vote.
- Senate can pass, amend, or shelve it. Contact your senator if you want faster action.
- Track progress at Congress.gov using bill number H.R. 8364.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Apr 28, 2026 — Received in the Senate.
- Apr 27, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Apr 27, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3116)
- Apr 27, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3116)
- Apr 27, 2026 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8364.
- Apr 27, 2026 — Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3116-3117)
- Apr 27, 2026 — Mrs. Bice moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- Apr 22, 2026 — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 8 - 0.