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S 7750

Relates to the calculation of past service credit for certain deputy sheriffs transferring between the state and local employees' retirement system to the state and local police and fire retirement system

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Shelley Mayer and 2 co-sponsors

Bill S 7750 enhances retirement benefits for deputy sheriffs by ensuring accurate past service credit when they transfer between retirement systems.

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Bill Summary · S 7750

Summary of Bill S 7750

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: S 7750
  • Title: Relates to the calculation of past service credit for certain deputy sheriffs transferring between the state and local employees' retirement system to the state and local police and fire retirement system
  • Status: Reported and Committed to Finance
  • Introduced: May 05, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill S 7750 is to amend the current regulations regarding the calculation of past service credit for deputy sheriffs who are transitioning from the state and local employees' retirement system to the state and local police and fire retirement system. This bill aims to ensure that these law enforcement personnel receive appropriate recognition for their prior service, which could impact their retirement benefits.

Key Provisions

  • Past Service Credit Calculation: The bill proposes specific methodologies for calculating past service credit for deputy sheriffs who transfer retirement systems. This includes provisions that may allow for a more favorable calculation of service time, potentially increasing the retirement benefits for those affected.
  • Eligibility Criteria: The bill outlines the criteria under which deputy sheriffs can qualify for this recalculation of past service credit, ensuring that only eligible personnel benefit from these changes.

Affected Parties

  • Deputy Sheriffs: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are deputy sheriffs who are transferring between retirement systems. The changes could significantly enhance their retirement benefits based on their accumulated service time.
  • Retirement Systems: The state and local employees' retirement system and the state and local police and fire retirement system will be directly impacted by the implementation of this bill, as they will need to adjust their calculations and processes accordingly.

Legislative Timeline

  • Introduced: May 05, 2025
  • Reported and Committed to Finance: May 13, 2025
  • Referred to Civil Service and Pensions: May 05, 2025

Related Bills

This bill is related to several prior-session bills that may have addressed similar issues or provided context for the current legislation:
- A 10726
- A 5062
- S 9115
- S 5289
- A 8218 (companion bill)

Conclusion

Bill S 7750 seeks to enhance the retirement benefits of deputy sheriffs by ensuring that their past service is accurately credited when they transition between retirement systems. The bill is currently under review by the Finance Committee, and its progress will determine the final impact on the affected personnel and the retirement systems involved.

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

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