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A 8321

Authorizes James Unger to receive certain credit under section 384-d of the retirement and social security law

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pat Burke

Authorizes James Unger to receive a specified credit under §384-d of the retirement law, potentially altering his benefits and timing under the state retirement system.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES
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Bill Summary · A 8321

Bill Summary — A 8321

Overview

A 8321 is an Assembly bill introduced on May 13, 2025, that would authorize James Unger to receive a certain credit under section 384-d of the retirement and social security law. The bill is currently REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL EMPLOYEES, with Patrick Burke listed as the primary sponsor. Related bills from prior sessions (S 5970, A 9634, A 6702) suggest there has been ongoing consideration of similar credit provisions.

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary purpose is to grant or recognize a specific credit for James Unger under the state retirement and social security framework.
  • The bill seeks to formalize eligibility and authorize the grant of this credit in accordance with section 384-d of the retirement law.
  • By directing action on Unger’s credit, the measure may also reflect a broader interest in addressing service-related or eligibility nuances within the retirement system.

Key Provisions (as indicated by title)

  • Authorizes James Unger to receive “certain credit” under section 384-d of the retirement and social security law.
  • The authorization would be implemented in compliance with the existing statutory framework governing service credits within the retirement system.
  • The bill does not specify the exact nature of the credit in the summary, but implies an adjustment or acknowledgement of creditable service or related entitlement under section 384-d.

Affected Parties and Scope

  • Primary beneficiary: James Unger (the individual named in the bill).
  • Potentially affected entities: the state retirement system (administrative agencies responsible for service credits) and the retirement fund, as any credit granted could impact benefits calculations, eligibility timing, or cost to the retirement system.
  • Broader implications: depending on interpretation, could influence future requests or statutory interpretations of section 384-d and trigger consideration of similar authorizations for other individuals (as suggested by related bills).

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 13, 2025.
  • Legislative action to date: Referred to the Committee on Governmental Employees (listed twice in the actions).
  • Next steps: The committee may hold hearings, request analyses, and consider amendments before moving to floor votes. No floor vote is indicated at this time.

Related Legislation

  • S 5970 (prior-session)
  • A 9634 (prior-session)
  • A 6702 (prior-session)

These related measures suggest a historical context of adjusting or clarifying credits under section 384-d, potentially offering guidance for how A 8321 might be refined or implemented.

Notes for Readers

  • The bill text is not provided here; the summary reflects only the information available in the bill’s title, status, sponsor, and related actions.
  • If passed, the bill would require administrative implementation consistent with section 384-d and could affect the timing and amount of James Unger’s retirement benefits, depending on the nature of the credited service.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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