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Exemption of Paul H. Maurer From Mandatory Separation

E.O. 14107
Sep 12, 2023
E.O. 14107
Sep 12, 2023

Summary

Allows Special Agent Paul H. Maurer to continue working for the Secret Service past the required retirement age because it is in the public's best interest.

What problem does this solve?

Federal law requires certain law enforcement officers, like Secret Service agents, to retire at a specific age. This order allows a specific, experienced agent to keep working to protect a former President, which is considered important for the country.

What does this order do?

Exemption from automatic separation
Determines that it is in the public interest to exempt Paul H. Maurer, Special Agent in Charge of the George W. Bush Protective Detail, from mandatory retirement.
Maintains supervisory authority
States that the Director of the United States Secret Service keeps all normal supervisory power over Special Agent Maurer.

Who does this affect?

  • Paul H. Maurer
  • United States Secret Service

What is the real world impact?

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Retains an experienced agent for a critical role
Keeps a specific, experienced Special Agent in Charge on the protective detail for former President George W. Bush, ensuring continuity and expertise in a key security position.

When does this start?

This order takes effect as of September 6, 2023.