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Farias: bill raises exam age to 43 and preserves military deduction

New York City Council · Jul 16, 2026 · starts 0:03:18 · 26 sec

Farias details that Intro 913A raises the maximum exam age to under 43 and preserves the existing military service deduction of up to six years of active duty or terminal leave. She notes she worked closely with bill drafters to ensure compatibility with the city's hiring and retirement framework.

Amanda C. Farías

Intro 913A would raise the maximum age to take the New York City Police Officer Civil Service Examination from 35 to under 43.

Amanda C. Farías

It would also preserve the existing consideration for eligible military service by allowing candidates to deduct up to six years of active duty.

Amanda C. Farías

active duty service or terminal leave when determining their eligibility.

Amanda C. Farías

As we developed the bill, I worked closely with our bill drafters to ensure the language fit within the city's existing hiring and retirement framework.