Federal Retirement Safety Act — HR. 7706

TL;DR (AI)

• This bill allows federal employees and members to self-certify instances of domestic violence to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to waive spousal notification and consent requirements for lump-sum retirement benefits.
• The bill permits OPM to waive notice requirements and allow lump-sum payments without spousal consent if an employee or member demonstrates domestic violence and a safety risk, or if a court order allows.
• The bill amends federal law to address spousal notification and consent procedures for lump-sum retirement benefits in situations involving domestic violence.