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A 5393

Grants retroactive membership with Tier IV status in the New York state and local employees' retirement system to Dawn Ward

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Dave McDonough and 1 co-sponsor

Bill A 5393 grants Dawn Ward retroactive Tier IV membership in New York's retirement system, ensuring she receives enhanced retirement benefits.

SUBSTITUTED BY S5928
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Bill Summary · A 5393

Summary of Bill A 5393

Bill Number: A 5393
Title: Grants retroactive membership with Tier IV status in the New York state and local employees' retirement system to Dawn Ward
Status: Substituted by S 5928
Introduced: February 13, 2025
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 5393 aims to grant retroactive membership with Tier IV status in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System specifically to an individual named Dawn Ward. The intent of this legislation is to rectify a situation regarding her retirement benefits, ensuring that she receives the appropriate classification and associated benefits under the retirement system.

Key Provisions

  • Retroactive Membership: The bill proposes to retroactively classify Dawn Ward as a member of the Tier IV status within the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System.
  • Eligibility Adjustment: By granting this status, the bill seeks to align her retirement benefits with those of other employees who are classified under Tier IV, which may include enhanced benefits or different retirement age requirements.

Affected Parties

  • Dawn Ward: The primary individual affected by this legislation is Dawn Ward, who would benefit from the retroactive membership and the associated Tier IV benefits.
  • New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System: The bill impacts the retirement system by potentially increasing its obligations to provide benefits to Ward under the Tier IV classification.

Legislative Timeline

  • February 13, 2025: Bill A 5393 was introduced and referred to the Governmental Employees Committee.
  • June 11, 2025: The reference of the bill was changed to the Ways and Means Committee.
  • June 17, 2025: The bill was reported and referred to the Rules Committee, where it was subsequently ordered to third reading.
  • June 17, 2025: The bill was substituted by S 5928, indicating that the provisions of A 5393 may be incorporated into the companion bill for further consideration.

Related Bills

  • A 7544: A prior-session bill that may have addressed similar issues or provisions.
  • S 5928: The companion bill to A 5393, which has taken precedence and may include the same or similar provisions regarding Dawn Ward's retirement status.

Conclusion

Bill A 5393 seeks to ensure that Dawn Ward receives the appropriate retirement benefits by granting her retroactive membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System with Tier IV status. The substitution of this bill by S 5928 indicates a legislative effort to streamline the process and ensure that the necessary adjustments to her retirement classification are made effectively.

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

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