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BILL LOWERING OPTIONAL RETIREMENT FOR GOV'T WORKERS FROM AGE 60 TO 56 APPROVED BY PANEL

House Committee on Government Enterprises has approved House Bill 207, which aims to lower the optional retirement age for government workers, including teachers, from 60 to 56 years. Co-authored by Representatives Antonio Tinio and Renee Louise Co, the bill seeks to amend Section 13-A of the Government Service Insurance System Act of 1997. Tinio described the approval as a vital move towards a humane retirement policy, addressing the concerns of teachers who often continue working despite health issues. The proposed legislation would still maintain the compulsory retirement age, allowing employees to retire optionally at 56 after years of service while calling for expedited approval in the House and a Senate counterpart measure.