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SB 166

Retirement: state employees; election process to transfer certain law enforcement officers to the Michigan state police retirement system; provide for. Amends sec. 55 of 1943 PA 240 (MCL 38.55) & adds secs. 50b, 50c, 50d, 64a, 64b & 64c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0165'23, SB 0167'23

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Chang and 7 co-sponsors

Michigan bill creating election process for law enforcement officers to transfer between retirement systems, affecting pension liabilities and officer benefit options.

referred to second reading
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Bill Summary · SB 166

Legislative bill overview

SB 166 amends Michigan's public employee retirement law to create an election process allowing certain law enforcement officers currently in one retirement system to transfer to the Michigan State Police Retirement System. The bill adds new sections defining eligibility, procedures, and benefit provisions for this transfer option, and is tied to companion bills SB 165 and SB 167.

Why is this important

This affects retirement security and financial obligations for Michigan law enforcement personnel and state budgets. The transfer option could influence which retirement system bears long-term pension liabilities, potentially impacting contribution rates, benefit levels, and state fiscal planning. Officers affected gain choice in retirement benefits but may face complex tradeoffs between systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact uncertainty: Transferring officers between systems could create actuarial imbalances; costs may shift between pension funds rather than reduce overall liability
  • Benefit equity concerns: Officers may receive different pension calculations or survivor benefits depending on which system they join, raising fairness questions
  • Implementation complexity: The election process mechanics, transition periods, and vesting rules aren't detailed in this summary, leaving questions about administrative feasibility and potential disputes

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

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