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SB 1171

Pensions and Retirement Benefits - As introduced, requires a member of TCRS to provide a copy of any final workers' compensation settlement or judgment to the retirement system no later than 45 days, rather than 30 days, after the settlement or judgment becomes final. - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 35; Title 49; Title 50; Title 56; Title 66 and Title 71.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Raumesh Akbari

Extends deadline for Tennessee retirement system members to submit workers' compensation settlements from 30 to 45 days, affecting benefit reconciliation timelines.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1171

Legislative bill overview

SB 1171 extends the deadline for Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) members to submit workers' compensation settlement documentation from 30 days to 45 days after a settlement or judgment becomes final. The bill amends multiple Tennessee code sections related to pensions, retirement benefits, and workers' compensation.

Why is this important

This change affects how quickly retirement systems can reconcile workers' compensation awards with pension benefits, which is important because workers cannot typically receive full benefits from both sources simultaneously. The extended timeline could impact the timeliness of benefit adjustments and administrative processing for affected retirees and the state retirement system.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden vs. flexibility: The extension provides more time for members but may delay the retirement system's ability to process and reconcile benefits, potentially affecting payment accuracy
  • Scope of amendments: The bill amends eight different Tennessee code titles, suggesting widespread implications that may not be immediately clear from the bill summary alone
  • Rationale unclear: The bill provides no stated justification for why 45 days is more appropriate than the existing 30-day requirement, raising questions about the policy basis for the change

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

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