Reading Room Document
Former President Nixon's retirement rights other than as a former president of the United States and his rights to life and health insurance.
The document discusses the retirement rights and benefits of former President Nixon, including his eligibility for presidential pension, deferred pension under Civil Service laws, life insurance, and health insurance. It concludes that acceptance of the presidential pension does not preclude eligibility for other pensions, and Mr. Nixon is eligible for deferred retirement under the Civil Service laws. The document also presents questions regarding Mr. Nixon's creditable service, eligibility for retirement, and continued coverage under health and life insurance plans, based on his service as a Member and as President.
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