WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

S 7817

Authorizes the widow of William James Middlebrooks to file a retirement option election on behalf of her deceased husband

2025 Regular Session Introduced by April Baskin

Bill S 7817 allows the widow of William James Middlebrooks to file for his retirement benefits, ensuring her financial support after his passing.

REPORTED AND COMMITTED TO FINANCE
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · S 7817

Summary of Bill S 7817

Bill Overview

Bill Number: S 7817
Title: Authorizes the widow of William James Middlebrooks to file a retirement option election on behalf of her deceased husband
Status: Referred to Governmental Employees
Introduced Date: May 09, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill S 7817 is to allow the widow of William James Middlebrooks to make a retirement option election on behalf of her deceased husband. This legislation aims to provide the widow with the ability to access retirement benefits that may have been available to her husband, thereby ensuring financial support for her following his passing.

Key Provisions

  • Authorization for Election: The bill specifically grants the widow the authority to file a retirement option election, which is typically a decision regarding how retirement benefits are distributed.
  • Focus on Deceased Individual: The legislation is tailored to the case of William James Middlebrooks, indicating that it is a unique provision rather than a general policy change affecting all retirees.

Affected Parties

  • William James Middlebrooks' Widow: The primary beneficiary of this bill is the widow, who will gain the legal right to make decisions regarding her late husband's retirement benefits.
  • Retirement System: The bill may have implications for the retirement system that governed Middlebrooks' benefits, as it allows for an exception to standard procedures regarding retirement elections.

Legislative Timeline

  • May 09, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Civil Service and Pensions Committee.
  • June 12, 2025:
    • The committee was discharged and the bill was committed to the Rules Committee.
    • Ordered to third reading and passed in the Senate.
    • Delivered to the Assembly and referred to the Governmental Employees Committee.

Related Legislation

This bill has several related bills from prior sessions, indicating ongoing legislative interest in retirement options and benefits:
- S 3527
- S 1865
- S 3230
- S 5072
- S 4752
- S 3759
- S 4860
- S 5633
- A 7824 (companion bill)

Conclusion

Bill S 7817 seeks to provide a specific legislative remedy for the widow of William James Middlebrooks, allowing her to file for retirement benefits on his behalf. This bill reflects a targeted approach to address individual circumstances within the broader context of retirement and pension legislation. The bill's progress through the legislative process indicates its importance and the potential impact it may have on the widow's financial situation.

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

Sign in to ask a question.