If a special kind of police officer called a U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer was promised special retirement money before July 6, 2008, but started their job after that date, this bill makes sure they still get that special retirement money. It helps them get their promised money even if they started their job a bit later.

H. R. 1824, called the “Supporting Disabled National Guardsmen Act,” helps members of the National Guard who get hurt while working for their state by giving them retirement and healthcare benefits. However, it makes sure these benefits don’t overlap with other benefits and depends on having enough money to pay for healthcare.

The bill wants to make sure that Coast Guard members who have worked for almost 20 years won't lose their jobs just before they qualify for retirement. This way, they can continue working until they earn their retirement benefits.