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SB 39

Fire and Police Pension Association Disability and Survivor Benefits

2026 Regular Session

SB 39 modifies Colorado Fire and Police Pension Association disability and survivor benefits; advanced to House Finance Committee after Senate passage.

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Bill Summary · SB 39

Legislative bill overview

SB 39 modifies the disability and survivor benefits structure for members of Colorado's Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA). The bill has passed the Colorado Senate and is now in the House Finance Committee for review. The specific provisions regarding benefit changes, eligibility criteria, or funding mechanisms are not detailed in the available action summaries.

Why is this important

FPPA members—active and retired firefighters and police officers—depend on these pension benefits as critical income security. Changes to disability and survivor benefits directly affect financial protection for these public safety workers and their families, particularly in cases of job-related injuries or deaths. Additionally, modifications to pension obligations have significant fiscal implications for municipal and state budgets that fund these programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Benefit level changes: Whether modifications increase, decrease, or restructure benefit amounts could create tension between fiscal responsibility and adequate protection for injured workers and surviving families
  • Eligibility requirements: Stricter eligibility standards might exclude some workers from benefits they previously qualified for, while looser standards could increase program costs
  • Funding mechanisms: Uncertainty about whether employees, employers, or general revenue will bear increased costs, affecting budget priorities across public safety agencies

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

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