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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>End Plush Retirements Act</b></p> <p>This bill allows future Members of the House of Representatives to opt out of the Federal Employees Retirement System, an option currently available to Members of the House who began serving before September 30, 2003, and all Senators. In addition, it permits Members of Congress who opt out to continue to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan.</p>]]></text>
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