Deferred Retirement Option Program Amendment Act of 2025

This bill creates a new deferred retirement program for eligible District of Columbia firefighters (FEMS) and police officers (MPD). It allows retirement-eligible members to continue working for up to three years after their normal retirement date while earning supplemental retirement benefits in a separate interest-bearing account. Upon completing the three-year period, members permanently leave city service, and the accumulated funds plus interest are distributed to them. The program specifically applies to sworn officers covered by the Fraternal Order of Police (MPD) and International Association of Firefighters (FEMS) collective bargaining agreements. This aims to improve retention of experienced staff and help departments better plan staffing needs.