Bill
H 2864
Overview: H 2864 - An Act authorizing the city of New Bedford Retirement Board to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar GilbertPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to authoriz
Overview: H 2864 - An Act authorizing the city of New Bedford Retirement Board to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar Gilbert
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to authorize the New Bedford Retirement Board to provide certain retirement benefits to Lavar Gilbert, a former employee of the city.
Key Provisions:
- Allows the New Bedford Retirement Board to grant Lavar Gilbert a disability retirement allowance, despite the fact that he did not meet the standard eligibility requirements
- Specifies that the retirement allowance shall be calculated based on Lavar Gilbert's creditable service and average annual rate of regular compensation
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Lavar Gilbert, a former city employee, will be able to receive a disability retirement allowance that he would not have otherwise been eligible for
- The New Bedford Retirement Board will need to adjust its policies and procedures to accommodate this special case
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- This bill has been read a second time and ordered to a third reading in the legislature
- If enacted, the provisions of this bill would take effect immediately upon passage
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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