Selected Privileges and Courtesies Extended to Former Senators

Publication Date: October 2002

Publisher: Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Over the years, a number of privileges and courtesies have been made available to former Members of the U.S. Senate. Although some are derived from law and Senate rules, most are courtesies which have been extended as a matter of custom. Information on some of the most important privileges and courtesies are presented in this report. Benefits such as federal health insurance, life insurance, and retirement, however, are not discussed. For additional information, please refer to CRS Report RL30361, Retirement Benefits of Members of Congress, and CRS Report 96-585, Health Benefits for Members of Congress. This report will be updated periodically as appropriate.